Best 6 Ground Beef Fajita Taco Salad Recipes

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Ground beef fajita taco salad is a quick and easy meal that is perfect for busy families. It is also a great way to use up leftover ground beef. This delicious dish is packed with flavor and can be made with a variety of toppings, making it a customizable meal that everyone will enjoy.

Here are our top 6 tried and tested recipes!

EASY GROUND BEEF TACO SALAD



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Every time I have to bring a dish to a party, friends ask for my taco salad. Even players on my son's football team ask for it. -Lori Buntrock, Wisconsin Rapids, Wisconsin

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Lunch

Time 30m

Yield 6 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 7

1 pound ground beef
1 envelope reduced-sodium taco seasoning
3/4 cup water
1 medium head iceberg lettuce, torn (about 8 cups)
2 cups shredded cheddar cheese
2 cups broken nacho-flavored tortilla chips
1/4 cup Catalina salad dressing

Steps:

  • In a large skillet, cook beef over medium heat 6-8 minutes or until no longer pink, breaking into crumbles; drain. Stir in taco seasoning and water; bring to a boil. Reduce heat; simmer, uncovered, 4-6 minutes or until thickened, stirring occasionally. Cool slightly., In a large bowl, toss lettuce with cheese. Top with beef mixture and chips; drizzle with dressing and toss to combine. Serve immediately.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 416 calories, Fat 27g fat (12g saturated fat), Cholesterol 86mg cholesterol, Sodium 830mg sodium, Carbohydrate 19g carbohydrate (7g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 25g protein.

EASY HEALTHY TACO SALAD RECIPE WITH GROUND BEEF



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Learn how to make taco salad in just 20 minutes, using common ingredients! The whole family will love this EASY, healthy taco salad recipe with ground beef.

Provided by Maya | Wholesome Yum

Categories     Main Course     Salad

Time 20m

Number Of Ingredients 10

1 lb Ground beef
1 tsp Avocado oil ((or any oil of choice))
2 tbsp Taco seasoning ((store-bought or home-made))
8 oz Romaine lettuce ((chopped))
1 1/3 cup Grape tomatoes ((halved))
3/4 cup Cheddar cheese ((shredded))
1 medium Avocado ((cubed))
1/2 cup Green onions ((chopped))
1/3 cup Salsa
1/3 cup Sour cream

Steps:

  • Heat oil in a skillet over high heat. Add ground beef. Stir fry, breaking up the pieces with a spatula, for about 7-10 minutes, until the beef is browned and moisture has evaporated.
  • Stir taco seasoning into the ground beef until well combined. If you like, you can also add 1/4 cup of water when adding the seasoning and let it simmer a bit.
  • Meanwhile, combine all remaining ingredients in a large bowl. Add the ground beef. Toss everything together.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 332 kcal, Carbohydrate 9 g, Protein 20 g, Fat 25 g, SaturatedFat 10 g, TransFat 1 g, Cholesterol 72 mg, Sodium 470 mg, Fiber 4 g, Sugar 2 g, UnsaturatedFat 12 g, ServingSize 1 serving

STEAK FAJITA SALAD



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Hot strips of seasoned beef top this salad dressed with Southwest Fiesta Dressing.

Provided by Dole

Categories     Trusted Brands: Recipes and Tips     Dole

Time 35m

Yield 2

Number Of Ingredients 11

8 ounces beef steak, cut into thin strips
2 teaspoons dry fajita seasoning
1 tablespoon vegetable oil
½ cup sliced red or green bell peppers
⅓ cup sliced onion
1 (11 ounce) package DOLE® Just Lettuce
1 medium tomato, diced
¼ cup drained canned black beans
¼ cup sliced black olives
¼ cup shredded Cheddar cheese
Southwest Fiesta Dressing (recipe below)

Steps:

  • Sprinkle beef strips with fajita seasoning. Saute beef in oil in large nonstick skillet over medium-high heat 3 to 4 minutes.
  • Add peppers and onion and saute 2 to 3 minutes longer or until vegetables are tender-crisp.
  • Divide lettuce on 2 large plates. Spoon beef mixture over lettuce and arrange tomatoes, beans, olives and cheese over each. Serve with Southwest Fiesta Dressing, to taste. Refrigerate leftovers.

GRILLED BEEF FAJITA SALAD



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Grilled beef steak and fajita ingredients are served on a bed of salad greens with a sassy salsa dressing.

Provided by Betty Crocker Kitchens

Categories     Entree

Time 30m

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 11

1 container (14 ounces) refrigerated salsa (1 1/2 cups)
1/4 cup olive or vegetable oil
2 teaspoons chili powder
1 teaspoon ground cumin
1 teaspoon garlic salt
1-pound beef sirloin steak, about 1 inch thick
2 medium red or green bell peppers, sliced
1 medium onion, sliced
9 cups bite-size pieces romaine lettuce
Guacamole, if desired
Sour cream, if desired

Steps:

  • Heat coals or gas grill for direct heat. Mix all Salsa Dressing ingredients; set aside.
  • Mix chili powder, cumin and garlic salt. Sprinkle mixture over both sides of beef.
  • Place bell peppers and onion in grill basket. Cover and grill beef and vegetables 3 to 4 inches from medium heat about 5 minutes for medium-rare or about 7 minutes for medium; turn. Grill 5 to 7 minutes longer or until desired beef doneness.
  • In large bowl, toss lettuce, grilled peppers and onion with half of the dressing. Cut beef diagonally into 1/2-inch slices; place on salad. Serve with remaining dressing, guacamole and sour cream.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 225, Carbohydrate 11 g, Cholesterol 40 mg, Fat 1/2, Fiber 4 g, Protein 18 g, SaturatedFat 2 g, ServingSize 1 Serving, Sodium 490 mg

FAJITA TACO SALAD



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This fajita taco salad has all the flavors and textures of fajitas and tacos along with a creamy chili oregano dressing.

Provided by Nicole B.

Categories     Main

Time 20m

Number Of Ingredients 17

3 tablespoons mayonnaise
1 ½ tablespoons full-fat sour cream
1 ½ tablespoons whole milk
⅜ teaspoon lemon juice, (more to taste)
1 small garlic clove, (peeled and minced or pressed through a garlic press)
½ teaspoon chili powder seasoning*
¾ teaspoon dried oregano
1 ½ teaspoons mild olive oil
salt, (to taste)
8 ounces sirloin steak**, (cut into ¾-inch pieces)
1 tablespoon mild olive oil
½ small red bell pepper, (sliced into thin strips)
1 large or 2 small jalapeno peppers, (ribs and seeds removed and sliced into thin strips)
¼ red onion, (peeled and sliced into thin wedges)
4 cups shredded romaine lettuce
1 ounce grated cheese, (such as monterey jack or cheddar)
10 Doritos, (crumbled)

Steps:

  • Whisk all ingredients together until smooth. Season to taste with salt and more lemon juice (if desired). Refrigerate until ready to serve.
  • Season the steak chunks with salt and black pepper. Set aside.
  • Heat olive oil in large cast iron pan until very hot. (The beef should sizzle immediately when it hits the pan.)
  • Fry the beef until the edges are starting to brown (3-5 minutes). Turn the beef chunks over halfway through.***
  • Using a slotted spoon, transfer the beef to a bowl, then add peppers and onion to the pan. Cook until just starting to soften (1-2 minutes).
  • Add lettuce to plates, top with beef, peppers and onion, drizzle with dressing, then sprinkle with cheese and Dorito chips. Serve immediately.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 577 kcal, Carbohydrate 22.9 g, Protein 41.1 g, Fat 36.3 g, SaturatedFat 10.1 g, Cholesterol 127 mg, Sodium 503 mg, Fiber 2.6 g, Sugar 5.5 g, ServingSize 1 serving

BEEF FAJITA SALAD



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This easy salad features colorful peppers, beans, tomato and tender strips of beef. The beef marinates for only 10 minutes, but gets great flavor from the lime juice, cilantro and chili powder.

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Lunch

Time 30m

Yield 4 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 14

1/4 cup lime juice
2 tablespoons minced fresh cilantro
1 garlic clove, minced
1 teaspoon chili powder
3/4 pound beef top sirloin steak, cut into thin strips
1 medium green pepper, julienned
1 medium sweet red pepper, julienned
1 medium onion, sliced and halved
1 teaspoon olive oil
1 can (16 ounces) kidney beans, rinsed and drained
4 cups torn mixed salad greens
1 medium tomato, chopped
4 tablespoons fat-free sour cream
2 tablespoons salsa

Steps:

  • In a large resealable plastic bag, combine the lime juice, cilantro, garlic and chili powder; add beef. Seal bag and turn to coat; refrigerate for 10 minutes, turning once. , Meanwhile, in a nonstick skillet, cook the peppers and onion in oil over medium-high heat for 5 minutes or until tender. Remove and keep warm. Add beef with marinade to the skillet; cook and stir for 4-5 minutes or until meat is tender and mixture comes to a boil. Add beans and pepper mixture; heat through. , Divide the salad greens and tomato among four bowls; top each with 1-1/4 cups beef mixture, 1 tablespoon sour cream and 1-1/2 teaspoons salsa.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 291 calories, Fat 6g fat (2g saturated fat), Cholesterol 50mg cholesterol, Sodium 291mg sodium, Carbohydrate 34g carbohydrate (9g sugars, Fiber 9g fiber), Protein 27g protein. Diabetic Exchanges

Tips:

  • Choose high-quality ground beef: Opt for lean ground beef with at least 80% meat and 20% fat content. This will ensure a flavorful and succulent taco salad.
  • Use a flavorful taco seasoning: Homemade or store-bought taco seasoning is essential for adding depth of flavor to the ground beef. Experiment with different brands or create your own blend using chili powder, cumin, paprika, garlic powder, onion powder, and oregano.
  • Don't overcook the ground beef: Overcooked ground beef can become dry and tough. Cook it until it is just cooked through, maintaining its moisture and tenderness.
  • Use fresh and crisp vegetables: The鮮度 and crispness of the vegetables contribute to the overall appeal of the taco salad. Choose crisp lettuce, juicy tomatoes, and crisp cucumbers.
  • Make a creamy avocado dressing: A creamy avocado dressing adds richness and creaminess to the taco salad. Simply blend ripe avocados with lime juice, cilantro, and Greek yogurt until smooth.
  • Layer the salad properly: Layer the salad in a visually appealing manner, starting with a bed of lettuce, followed by ground beef, vegetables, cheese, and avocado dressing. This layering technique ensures that each bite is packed with flavor and texture.

Conclusion:

The ground beef fajita taco salad is a versatile and flavorful dish that can be enjoyed as a main course or a side dish. With its zesty ground beef, an array of fresh vegetables, creamy avocado dressing, and crunchy tortilla strips, this salad offers a delightful combination of flavors and textures. Whether you're hosting a party or simply looking for a quick and satisfying meal, this taco salad is sure to be a hit. Feel free to experiment with different ingredients and toppings to create your own unique version of this delicious and satisfying recipe.

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