Best 4 San Antonio Taco Salad Recipes

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San Antonio taco salad is a delicious and easy-to-make dish that is perfect for a quick lunch or dinner. It is a combination of Mexican and American flavors, typically made with ground beef, taco seasoning, lettuce, tomatoes, cheese, and a creamy dressing. You will also find variations of this recipe that include other ingredients such as avocado, corn, and black beans. No matter what your preference, you are sure to find a San Antonio taco salad recipe that you will love. In this article, we will provide you with a few of our favorite recipes so that you can make this tasty dish at home.

Check out the recipes below so you can choose the best recipe for yourself!

SAN ANTONIO TACO SALAD



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Make and share this San Antonio Taco Salad recipe from Food.com.

Provided by gailanng

Categories     One Dish Meal

Time 30m

Yield 6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 13

oil (for frying)
6 (8 inch) flour tortillas
1 lb ground beef or 1 lb ground turkey
1/2 medium onion, finely chopped
2 -3 garlic cloves, minced
1 cup salsa
2 teaspoons chili powder
2 teaspoons cumin
salt and pepper
2 tablespoons fresh cilantro, minced
6 cups shredded iceberg lettuce or 6 cups shredded romaine lettuce
1 cup shredded cheddar cheese or 1 cup shredded Mexican blend cheese
sour cream, chopped tomato, sliced black olives and additional salsa (optional garnish)

Steps:

  • Heat 3 inches oil to 365°F in deep fryer or deep saucepan. Place one tortilla in oil. Let float 5 seconds. Press center of tortilla into oil with metal ladle to form bowl. Holding ladle in place, fry 1 to 2 minutes, or until lightly golden brown. Drain on paper towel. Repeat with remaining tortillas.
  • In a large nonstick skillet over medium heat, cook the ground beef or turkey, onion and garlic in oil until meat is no longer pink. Stir in the chili powder, cumin, salsa, salt and pepper; cook over medium heat an additional 5 minutes. Remove from the heat; stir in cilantro.
  • Divide lettuce equally among tortilla bowls. Top with meat mixture. Sprinkle with cheese. Top with desired garnishes.

CHICKEN TACO SALAD



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Provided by Ree Drummond : Food Network

Categories     main-dish

Time 16m

Yield 4 to 6 servings

Number Of Ingredients 15

2 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
2 tablespoons taco seasoning (store-bought or your own mix)
1/4 cup vegetable oil
2 tablespoons butter
3/4 cup ranch dressing (bottled is fine)
1/4 cup salsa (as spicy as you'd like)
3 tablespoons finely minced fresh cilantro
2 ears corn, shucked
1 large head or 2 regular heads green leaf lettuce, shredded thin
3 Roma tomatoes, diced
1/2 cup grated pepper-jack cheese
2 avocados, diced
3 green onions, sliced
1/2 cup fresh cilantro leaves
Tortilla chips of your choice (flavored or not), crushed slightly, for topping salad

Steps:

  • For the chicken: Generously sprinkle both sides of the breasts with the taco seasoning. Heat the oil and butter in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Cook the chicken on both sides until deep golden brown on the outside and done in the middle (or to an internal temperature of 165 degrees F), about 4 minutes per side. Set aside to cool for 5 minutes.
  • For the dressing: While the chicken is cooking, pour the ranch dressing into a bowl. Add the salsa and cilantro and stir to combine.
  • For the salad: Next, place the ears of corn in the skillet you used to cook the chicken and roll them around so that the flavorful oil/butter mixture coats the corn. Grill on a grill pan or cook in a separate skillet until the corn is still crisp but has color on the outside. Slice off the kernels with a sharp knife and set aside. Dice the chicken into cubes.
  • On a platter, layer the shredded lettuce, diced chicken, tomatoes, cheese, corn, avocados, green onions, cilantro and crushed chips. Drizzle the dressing all over the top, saving some to serve on the side if you'd like. Serve the salad in individual bowls.

SOUTHWESTERN TACO SALAD RECIPE BY TASTY



Southwestern Taco Salad Recipe by Tasty image

Here's what you need: avocado, cilantro, lime juice, low-fat greek yogurt, water, salt, garlic, cumin, olive oil, chicken breast, taco seasoning, romaine lettuce, cheddar jack, black beans, avocado, corn, cherry tomatoes, tortilla strips

Provided by Tasty

Categories     Lunch

Yield 1 serving

Number Of Ingredients 18

½ avocado
½ cup cilantro, chopped
1 tablespoon lime juice
½ cup low-fat greek yogurt, plain
⅓ cup water
½ teaspoon salt
½ tablespoon garlic
½ tablespoon cumin
1 tablespoon olive oil
1 chicken breast, diced
½ packet taco seasoning
1 head romaine lettuce, chopped
1 cup cheddar jack
1 cup black beans
1 avocado, diced
1 cup corn
1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
1 cup tortilla strips

Steps:

  • To make the avocado cilantro lime salad dressing, combine all the ingredients for the dressing (avocado, cilantro, lime juice, greek yogurt, water, salt, garlic, and cumin) in a blender or food processor until smooth. Set aside.
  • Pour 1 tbsp of oil into a pan and bring up to medium heat. Add the diced chicken breast and taco seasoning, stirring until all pieces are well-coated with the seasoning. Cook through and set aside.
  • Assemble your salad with a bed of chopped romaine lettuce on the bottom. Then, lay out each topping (chicken, cheddar jack cheese, black beans, avocado, corn, cherry tomatoes, and tortilla strips) in rows or blend it all together.
  • Top off with the avocado salad dressing and cilantro then serve immediately.
  • Enjoy!

SAN ANTONIO TACO SALAD



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Try this surprisingly simple technique to turn a simple tortilla into a dramatic, edible salad bowl.

Provided by Allrecipes Member

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 13

4 cups CRISCO® Corn Oil* for deep frying
4 (6 inch) flour tortillas
1 pound ground beef or ground turkey
½ medium onion, finely chopped
1 cup salsa
1 (15.25 ounce) can kidney beans
2 teaspoons chili powder
2 teaspoons cumin
1 teaspoon salt
⅛ teaspoon pepper
4 cups shredded iceberg lettuce
1 cup shredded Cheddar cheese
Optional garnish: sour cream, chopped tomato, sliced black olives and additional salsa

Steps:

  • Heat 3 inches CRISCO® Oil to 365 degrees F in deep fryer or deep saucepan. Place one tortilla in oil. Let float 5 seconds. Press center of tortilla into oil with metal ladle to form bowl.
  • Holding ladle in place, fry 1 - 2 minutes, or until lightly golden brown. Drain on paper towel. Repeat with remaining tortillas.
  • Brown ground meat and onion in a large heavy skillet over medium-high heat; drain.
  • Add salsa, beans, chili powder, cumin, salt and pepper. Cook over medium heat, stirring frequently, for 5 minutes. Divide lettuce equally between tortilla bowls. Top with meat mixture. Sprinkle with cheese. Top with desired garnishes; serve.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 759.7 calories, Carbohydrate 41.5 g, Cholesterol 105.1 mg, Fat 50.5 g, Fiber 10 g, Protein 38 g, SaturatedFat 15.6 g, Sodium 1704 mg, Sugar 4.5 g

Tips:

  • Use high-quality ingredients: Fresh, flavorful ingredients will make all the difference in your taco salad. Look for ripe tomatoes, crisp lettuce, and well-seasoned taco meat.
  • Don't be afraid to experiment: There are endless possibilities when it comes to taco salad toppings. Feel free to add your favorite vegetables, cheeses, and sauces.
  • Make it your own: Taco salad is a great dish to customize to your own liking. If you like things spicy, add some hot sauce. If you prefer a milder flavor, omit the jalapeños.
  • Make it ahead of time: Taco salad is a great make-ahead meal. Simply assemble the salad and store it in the refrigerator for up to 2 days.

Conclusion:

Taco salad is a delicious, versatile dish that is perfect for any occasion. Whether you're looking for a quick and easy weeknight meal or a hearty dish to serve at a party, taco salad is sure to please. So next time you're in the mood for something tasty and satisfying, give this recipe a try!

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