Description
A quick and delicious Taco Salad featuring seasoned ground beef, fresh romaine lettuce, grape tomatoes, cheddar cheese, avocado, and green onions, topped with salsa and sour cream. Perfect for a satisfying meal ready in just 20 minutes, serving six.
Ingredients
Scale
Meat and Seasoning
- 1 lb ground beef
- 1 teaspoon avocado oil (or any oil of choice)
- 2 tablespoons taco seasoning (store-bought or homemade)
Salad
- 8 ounces romaine lettuce, chopped
- 1 â…“ cups grape tomatoes, halved
- ¾ cup shredded cheddar cheese
- 1 medium avocado, cubed
- ½ cup green onions, chopped
Toppings
- â…“ cup salsa
- â…“ cup sour cream
Instructions
- Brown and Season Beef: Heat avocado oil in a skillet over high heat. Add the ground beef and cook, breaking it up with a spatula for 7-10 minutes, until the beef is browned and moisture has evaporated. Stir in the taco seasoning until well combined. Optionally, add ¼ cup water and simmer briefly to create a saucier filling.
- Combine Ingredients: In a large bowl, mix together the chopped romaine lettuce, halved grape tomatoes, shredded cheddar cheese, cubed avocado, and chopped green onions.
- Assemble Salad: Add the seasoned ground beef to the bowl containing the salad ingredients. Toss everything thoroughly until well combined.
- Serve: Drizzle the salad with salsa and sour cream, or serve those toppings on the side so each person can add their preferred amount.
Notes
- You can adjust the taco seasoning to your spice preference or make your own blend.
- For a saucier beef filling, add ¼ cup of water after seasoning and let it simmer briefly.
- Use fresh, ripe avocado for the best flavor and texture.
- Serve immediately to maintain salad crispness.
- This salad pairs well with tortilla chips or warm flour tortillas on the side.
