Best 8 Southwestern Taco Salad Recipe By Tasty Recipes

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Are you ready to tantalize your taste buds with a flavorsome and vibrant Southwestern Taco Salad? Get ready to embark on a culinary adventure that will transport you to the heart of the desert, where bold flavors and fresh ingredients come together to create a dish that is both satisfying and exhilarating. This recipe, brought to you by the renowned Tasty, promises an explosion of flavors that will leave you craving for more. So, gather your ingredients, prepare your taste buds, and let's dive into the exciting world of Southwestern Taco Salad!

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SOUTHWESTERN CRISPY FISH TACO SALAD



Southwestern Crispy Fish Taco Salad image

Provided by Tregaye Fraser

Categories     main-dish

Time 35m

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 21

3/4 cup olive oil
6 tablespoons lime juice
1 tablespoon fresh cilantro
1 tablespoon vegan or regular mayonnaise
1 teaspoon ground cumin
1/2 teaspoon honey
1 canned chipotle pepper in adobo
Kosher salt
One 19-ounce bag frozen fish sticks, such as Gorton's
One 15-ounce can black beans, rinsed and drained
1 cup diced jicama
1 cup corn kernels
1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
1 small red onion, finely diced
1 head romaine lettuce, chopped
One 5-ounce container mixed spring greens
1 English cucumber, sliced
Shredded Mexican blend cheese, for topping
Sour cream, for topping
Sliced avocado, for topping
Tortilla strips or crumbled tortilla chips, for topping

Steps:

  • For the dressing: In a blender, add the olive oil, lime juice, cilantro, mayo, cumin, honey, chipotle pepper and 1 teaspoon salt and blend until smooth.
  • For the salad: Cook the fish sticks according to the package directions.
  • Meanwhile, in a large bowl, combine the black beans, jicama, corn, cherry tomatoes and red onion with half the dressing. Add the romaine, mixed greens and cucumber to the bowl and toss to coat.
  • Divide the salad among 4 bowls. Top with the fish sticks, cheese, sour cream, avocado and tortilla chips. Serve with the remaining dressing on the side.

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!

SOUTHWESTERN-FLAVORED GROUND BEEF OR TURKEY FOR TACOS & SALAD



Southwestern-Flavored Ground Beef or Turkey for Tacos & Salad image

With Southwestern-Flavored Ground Beef, you can simultaneously make tonight's dinner and tomorrow's lunch. Just save out and refrigerate some of the taco meat and fixings such as shredded cheese and lettuce, plus chopped scallions and tomatoes. A good-looking salad like this will draw potential lunch traders. More likely than not, they'll be out of luck.

Provided by Ben S.

Categories     World Cuisine Recipes     Latin American     Mexican

Yield 10

Number Of Ingredients 10

2 tablespoons olive oil
1 large onion, chopped
3 large garlic cloves, minced
3 tablespoons chili powder
2 teaspoons dried oregano
1 tablespoon ground cumin
3 pounds lean ground beef or turkey
1 (14.5 ounce) can petite diced tomatoes
Salt and pepper, to taste
¼ cup cornmeal

Steps:

  • Heat oil in a 12-inch skillet until shimmering. Add onion; saute until soft, about 5 minutes. Add garlic, chili powder, oregano and cumin; saute until fragrant, about 1 minute. Add beef or turkey and cook, stirring often, until it loses its raw color. Stir in tomatoes; simmer to blend flavors, about 5 minutes. Add salt and pepper, to taste. Stir in cornmeal; cook, stirring constantly, until it thickens, almost instantly. Cool and refrigerate (or serve warm for dinner as tacos or taco salad).

Nutrition Facts : Calories 248 calories, Carbohydrate 7.9 g, Cholesterol 84.4 mg, Fat 10.2 g, Fiber 1.8 g, Protein 30.4 g, SaturatedFat 3.4 g, Sodium 344.6 mg, Sugar 1.9 g

SOUTHWESTERN SALAD RECIPE BY TASTY



Southwestern Salad Recipe by Tasty image

Here's what you need: avocado, lime, garlic, salt, water, green bell pepper, corn, cherry tomato, quinoa, black beans, spinach

Provided by Merle O'Neal

Categories     Lunch

Yield 1 serving

Number Of Ingredients 11

½ avocado
1 lime, juiced
2 cloves garlic
½ teaspoon salt
½ cup water
½ green bell pepper, chopped
½ cup corn
½ cup cherry tomato, halved
¼ cup quinoa, cooked
½ cup black beans
1 cup spinach

Steps:

  • In a food processor, combine the avocado, lime juice, garlic, salt, and water. Pulse until smooth, then transfer to a large mason jar.
  • Add the bell pepper, corn, cherry tomatoes, quinoa, black beans, and spinach and screw on the lid.
  • Store in the refrigerator until ready to eat, up to 5 days.
  • Give the mason jar a good shake to mix and use a fork or spoon to stir as needed.
  • Enjoy!

Nutrition Facts : Calories 501 calories, Carbohydrate 83 grams, Fat 15 grams, Fiber 21 grams, Protein 18 grams, Sugar 8 grams

SOUTHWESTERN TACO SALAD



Southwestern Taco Salad image

I came across this recipe while spending a winter in Arizona. Now as soon as we return home each spring, our grandchildren are waiting for me to make these refreshing salads. To save time, bake the salad shells in the morning. Cool: store in an airtight container.-Betty Johnson, Olympia, Washington

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Lunch

Time 45m

Yield 8 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 12

2 packages (5.6 ounces each) refrigerated taco salad shells
3 bacon strips, diced
1 pound lean ground beef (90% lean)
2 large onions, chopped
2 garlic cloves, minced
3 tablespoons chili powder
1 teaspoon salt
1 teaspoon ground cumin, optional
1 can (14-1/2 ounces) diced tomatoes, undrained
1 can (16 ounces) refried beans
8 cups shredded lettuce
Toppings: chopped tomatoes, salsa, sour cream, guacamole, olives

Steps:

  • Prepare taco salad shells according to package directions; set aside. , In a large skillet, cook bacon until crisp; remove with a slotted spoon to paper towels to drain. In the drippings, cook beef, onions, garlic and seasonings over medium heat until meat is no longer pink. Stir in tomatoes. Bring to a boil. Reduce heat; cover and simmer for 10 minutes. Stir in beans; heat through., Spoon about 1/3 cup meat mixture into each salad shell. Top with the lettuce and remaining meat mixture; sprinkle with bacon. Serve with toppings of your choice.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 313 calories, Fat 15g fat (5g saturated fat), Cholesterol 38mg cholesterol, Sodium 732mg sodium, Carbohydrate 29g carbohydrate (5g sugars, Fiber 7g fiber), Protein 17g protein.

SOUTHWESTERN TACO SALAD



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Categories     Salad     Pepper     Poultry     turkey     No-Cook     Avocado     Bell Pepper     Hot Pepper     Summer     Bon Appétit

Yield Makes 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 9

1/2 cup olive oil
1/4 cup fresh lime juice
1/4 cup chopped fresh cilantro
1 tablespoon minced canned chipotle chiles in adobo sauce
3 cups roasted turkey, cut into 1/2-inch cubes
1 large avocado, halved, seeded, cut into 1/2-inch cubes
1 large red bell pepper, cut into 1/2-inch pieces
1/2 cup diced sweet onion
4 tostada crowns (bowls) or 8 taco shells

Steps:

  • Whisk together olive oil, lime juice, cilantro, and chipotle chiles in large bowl. Season dressing to taste with salt and pepper. Add turkey, avocado, bell pepper, and onion to dressing. Toss to coat. Divide mixture among 4 tostada crowns or 8 taco shells and serve.

SOUTHWESTERN TACO CASSEROLE



Southwestern Taco Casserole image

When you're bored with traditional tacos, give this filling main dish a try. It puts the same southwestern taste into a comforting casserole. -Bonnie King, Lansing, Michigan

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 40m

Yield 8 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 13

2-1/2 pounds ground beef
2 envelopes taco seasoning
2/3 cup water
1 can (16 ounces) kidney beans, rinsed and drained
1 cup shredded Monterey Jack or pepper jack cheese
2 large eggs, lightly beaten
1 cup 2% milk
1-1/2 cups biscuit/baking mix
1 cup sour cream
1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
2 cups shredded lettuce
1 medium tomato, diced
1 can (2-1/4 ounces) sliced ripe olives, drained

Steps:

  • In a large skillet, cook beef over medium heat until meat is no longer pink; drain. Stir in taco seasoning and water. Bring to a boil. Reduce heat and simmer for 5 minutes. Stir in beans., Spoon meat mixture into a greased 8-in. square baking dish. Sprinkle with Monterey Jack cheese. In a large bowl, combine the eggs, milk and biscuit mix until moistened. Pour over cheese. , Bake, uncovered, at 400° for 20-25 minutes or until lightly browned and a knife inserted in the center comes out clean. Spread with sour cream. Top with cheddar cheese, lettuce, tomato and olives.

Nutrition Facts :

TASTY TACO SALAD



Tasty Taco Salad image

Tortilla shells are baked, not fried, then filled with spicy Mexican Veggie Ground Round in this twist on taco salad.

Provided by Yves Veggie Cuisine

Categories     Trusted Brands: Recipes and Tips     Yves Veggie Cuisine

Time 35m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 10

1 tablespoon Spectrum® Canola Oil
1 onion, chopped
1 green pepper, chopped
1 (340 gram) package Yves Veggie Cuisine® Mexican Veggie Ground Round
1 cup chopped tomato
4 (6 inch) flour tortillas
4 cups shredded lettuce
1 cup grape tomatoes
1 carrot, shredded
½ cup black olives, chopped

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C).
  • Heat oil in large skillet. Saute onion and half of green pepper just until soft.
  • Add crumbled Yves Veggie Cuisine Mexican Veggie Ground and chopped tomatoes. Heat and stir mixture over medium heat about 3 minutes to blend flavours. Keep warm.
  • Wrap tortillas in foil and heat in preheated oven for about 10 minutes.
  • Spray 4 small casserole or baking dishes with non-stick spray. Press one tortilla into each dish. Bake tortillas for 15 minutes.
  • Divide lettuce among 4 plates, place a tortilla on each plate, spoon Yves Veggie mixture into each shell.
  • Top with remaining chopped green pepper, grape tomatoes, carrots and olives.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 337.3 calories, Carbohydrate 37.6 g, Fat 12.9 g, Fiber 9.2 g, Protein 20.2 g, SaturatedFat 1.6 g, Sodium 832.4 mg, Sugar 7.1 g

Tips:

  • Choose the right lettuce. Iceberg lettuce is the traditional choice for taco salads, but you can use any type of lettuce you like. Romaine lettuce, butterhead lettuce, and mixed greens are all good options.
  • Use fresh, flavorful ingredients. The fresher your ingredients, the better your taco salad will taste. Use ripe tomatoes, crisp lettuce, and flavorful cheese.
  • Don't skimp on the seasoning. Taco seasoning is what gives taco salad its distinctive flavor. Be sure to use a good quality seasoning blend, and don't be afraid to experiment with different brands and flavors.
  • Layer your ingredients. Layering your ingredients in the salad bowl is the best way to ensure that each bite is full of flavor. Start with the lettuce, then add the taco meat, beans, corn, tomatoes, and cheese.
  • Serve with your favorite toppings. Taco salads are a great way to use up leftover ingredients. Serve them with your favorite toppings, such as salsa, guacamole, sour cream, and shredded cheese.

Conclusion:

Taco salad is a delicious and easy-to-make meal that is perfect for any occasion. It is a great way to use up leftover ingredients, and it is also a healthy and affordable option. With so many different variations to choose from, there is sure to be a taco salad recipe that everyone will enjoy.

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