Best 5 Italian Taco Salad Recipes

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In the culinary world, fusion dishes are gaining immense popularity, blending flavors and ingredients from different cultures to create unique and exciting taste sensations. One such fusion dish is the Italian taco salad, a delectable combination of classic Italian and Mexican flavors. This colorful and flavorful salad is a symphony of textures and tastes, featuring crisp taco shells filled with a zesty Italian-inspired filling. Discover the perfect recipe to prepare this crowd-pleasing dish that will tantalize your taste buds and leave you craving more.

Here are our top 5 tried and tested recipes!

ITALIAN TACO SALAD



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This is a quick and easy salad with lots of taste. Great for a chip dip also.

Provided by JOHANNIB

Categories     Salad     Taco Salad Recipes

Time 25m

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 6

1 pound ground beef
3 cups crushed tortilla chips
2 cups shredded mozzarella cheese
2 cups shredded Cheddar cheese
1 (10 ounce) package mixed salad greens
1 (8 ounce) bottle zesty Italian dressing

Steps:

  • In a medium skillet over medium heat, cook the ground beef until evenly browned. Remove from heat, and drain.
  • In a large bowl, combine the ground beef, tortilla chips, mozzarella cheese, Cheddar cheese, and salad greens. Toss with Italian dressing until evenly coated, and serve.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 609.6 calories, Carbohydrate 13.6 g, Cholesterol 110.1 mg, Fat 46.8 g, Fiber 1.9 g, Protein 32.9 g, SaturatedFat 18.3 g, Sodium 1186 mg, Sugar 2.7 g

TACO PASTA SALAD



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My family loves this savory taco pasta salad. Serve taco or corn chips on the side, and you have a complete meal. -Gert Rosenau, Pewaukee, WI

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Lunch

Time 30m

Yield 4 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 10

2 cups uncooked spiral pasta
1 pound ground beef
1 envelope taco seasoning
3 cups shredded lettuce
2 cups halved cherry tomatoes
1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
1/2 cup chopped onion
1/2 cup chopped green pepper
1/2 cup Catalina salad dressing
Tortilla chips

Steps:

  • Cook pasta according to package directions. Meanwhile, in a large skillet, cook beef over medium heat until no longer pink, breaking it into crumbles; drain. Stir in the taco seasoning; cool., Drain pasta and rinse in cold water; stir into meat mixture. Add the lettuce, tomatoes, cheese, onion, green pepper and dressing; toss to coat. Serve with tortilla chips.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 624 calories, Fat 30g fat (12g saturated fat), Cholesterol 98mg cholesterol, Sodium 1454mg sodium, Carbohydrate 55g carbohydrate (13g sugars, Fiber 3g fiber), Protein 33g protein.

CRUNCHY POTLUCK TACO SALAD



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Ready in only 30 minutes, our taco salad is made with taco-seasoned ground beef, lettuce, tomatoes, olives, cheddar cheese and tortilla chips.

Provided by By Jessica Walker

Categories     Side Dish

Time 30m

Yield 10

Number Of Ingredients 9

1 lb lean (at least 80%) ground beef
1 package Old El Paso™ taco seasoning mix
1 head iceberg lettuce, broken into small pieces
2 medium tomatoes, chopped
1/2 cup sliced ripe olives
4 medium green onions, sliced (1/4 cup)
2 cups shredded Cheddar cheese (8 oz)
1/2 cup Italian dressing
1 bag nacho-flavored tortilla chips, coarsley crushed

Steps:

  • In 10-inch skillet, cook beef and taco seasoning mix as directed on seasoning mix package.
  • In large bowl, gently mix lettuce, tomatoes, olives, onions and cheese. Add beef mixture; stir gently to mix.
  • Just before serving, add dressing and chips; toss.

Nutrition Facts : ServingSize 1 Serving

SUE'S TACO SALAD



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This is a great dish for pot-lucks. It's easy, and can be made in advance. Add dressing just before serving.

Provided by SUE CASE

Categories     Salad     Taco Salad Recipes

Time 30m

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 9

1 pound lean ground beef
1 (1 ounce) package taco seasoning mix
½ (14.5 ounce) package nacho-flavor tortilla chips
2 cups shredded Cheddar cheese
½ (15 ounce) can kidney beans, drained
½ cup ranch-style salad dressing
1 chopped tomato
1 cup chopped lettuce
¼ cup chopped green onion

Steps:

  • Place ground beef in a large, deep skillet. Cook over medium-high heat, stirring to crumble until well done; drain. Stir in taco seasoning mix. Set aside to cool.
  • Place chips into a large bowl, and crush into bite-size pieces. Combine with seasoned meat, cheese, beans, tomatoes, lettuce, and green onions. Pour dressing over all, and toss to coat.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 626.1 calories, Carbohydrate 33.2 g, Cholesterol 91.7 mg, Fat 41.5 g, Fiber 4.2 g, Protein 28.2 g, SaturatedFat 15.1 g, Sodium 1125 mg, Sugar 3.7 g

ITALIAN? TACO SALAD



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I love taco salad and tostadas if you think about it it's pretty much the same thing! My boyfriend had asked me to make some taco salad and I was like okay sure thing! Then he asked me if I put spaghetti sauce in the meat. At first I gave him a weird look and he told me to trust him it was good--and it was! I have never tried it with spaghetti meat sauce but it was great and we eat it like that all the time! I have a big family so my recipe is for like 10 people.

Provided by DALLAS COWBOYS 1

Categories     One Dish Meal

Time 50m

Yield 8-10 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 7

1 iceberg lettuce, chopped
2 (16 ounce) bags tortilla chips
2 lbs ground beef
1 medium onion, chopped
1 tomatoes, chopped
1 (32 ounce) can spaghetti sauce
2 (8 ounce) bags cheddar cheese

Steps:

  • Brown meat in large skillet over medium-high heat; drain. Add spaghetti sauce. Simmer.
  • Arrange chips on plate. Top evenly with the meat mixture, with lettuce, onions, tomatoes and cheese!

Nutrition Facts : Calories 1136.8, Fat 65.5, SaturatedFat 21.8, Cholesterol 136.7, Sodium 1493.2, Carbohydrate 92.9, Fiber 7.7, Sugar 14.3, Protein 47.3

Tips:

  • Use fresh, high-quality ingredients. This will make a big difference in the flavor of your salad.
  • Don't be afraid to experiment with different toppings. There are endless possibilities, so get creative and have fun!
  • Make sure to season your salad well. A good vinaigrette or dressing will help to bring out the flavors of all the ingredients.
  • Serve your salad immediately. This will prevent the lettuce from wilting and the other ingredients from getting soggy.

Conclusion:

Italian taco salad is a delicious and easy-to-make salad that is perfect for a quick and healthy meal. With its combination of fresh vegetables, flavorful Italian dressing, and seasoned ground beef, this salad is sure to please everyone at your table. So next time you're looking for a new and exciting salad recipe, give Italian taco salad a try!

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