Best 8 Super Easy Taco Salad Dressing Recipes

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Do you crave a flavorful, quick, and hassle-free dressing to elevate your taco salad game? Look no further! In this article, we'll guide you through a culinary journey to discover the best recipe for "super easy taco salad dressing". This versatile dressing, a symphony of tangy, savory, and smoky flavors, will transform your salad into a fiesta of taste, leaving you craving more. With just a handful of pantry staples and a few simple steps, you'll have a mouthwatering dressing that complements any taco salad, turning an ordinary meal into an extraordinary culinary experience.

Let's cook with our recipes!

EMILY'S DRESSING FOR TACO SALAD



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I'm not a fan of dry taco salad but couldn't ever find a dressing I was a fan of. So I threw together a few things, and voila! A delicious dressing that is worthy of taco salad.

Provided by Emily Johnson

Categories     Side Dish     Sauces and Condiments Recipes     Salad Dressing Recipes     Sour Cream Dressing Recipes

Time 5m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 4

½ cup sour cream
¼ cup ranch-style salad dressing
½ cup picante sauce, or to taste
¼ teaspoon chili powder

Steps:

  • Mix sour cream, ranch dressing, picante sauce, and chili powder in a bowl until thoroughly combined.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 144.2 calories, Carbohydrate 3.5 g, Cholesterol 16.7 mg, Fat 13.9 g, Fiber 0.2 g, Protein 1.5 g, SaturatedFat 4.9 g, Sodium 342 mg, Sugar 1.5 g

EASY CREAMY TACO SALAD DRESSING



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This dressing is full of bold flavor, the perfect taco salad topper. And you are not going to believe how easy it is to make!

Provided by Brenda | A Farmgirl's Dabbles

Categories     Salads & Dressings

Time 10m

Number Of Ingredients 3

1 c. Thousand Island dressing
1 c. zesty French or Western dressing
1/4 c. mild taco sauce

Steps:

  • In a small to medium sized bowl, stir all ingredients together. Serve with taco salad. Store in covered container in refrigerator for a couple weeks.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 112 calories, Carbohydrate 3 grams carbohydrates, Cholesterol 7 milligrams cholesterol, Fat 11 grams fat, Fiber 0 grams fiber, Protein 0 grams protein, SaturatedFat 2 grams saturated fat, ServingSize 1, Sodium 284 grams sodium, Sugar 3 grams sugar, TransFat 0 grams trans fat, UnsaturatedFat 8 grams unsaturated fat

EASY TACO SALAD DRESSING



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I can't believe this recipe hasn't been posted here yet ! This is great on taco salads and as a spread for quesadillas.

Provided by PrimQuilter

Categories     Salad Dressings

Time 10m

Yield 8 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 2

1 (16 ounce) bottle ranch salad dressing
1 (1 1/4 ounce) pkt. taco seasoning

Steps:

  • Remove the lid and plastic portion contol top of your dressing bottle.
  • Pour 1/2-3/4 cup of dressing into a pyrex bowl with spout and set aside.
  • Using a funnel, add the entire seasoning pkt. to your ranch bottle.
  • Put the lid on and shake to completely mix together.
  • Tap bottom of bottle on counter to free up extra space at the top.
  • Add what you can of the remaining dressing to the bottle. (it won't all fit).
  • Chill.

EASY TACO SALAD



Easy Taco Salad image

This salad goes over well at any social function. (Teenagers just love it!) I usually double the recipe because it disappears so fast.-Faye Shaw, Medicine Hat, Alberta

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 25m

Yield 8 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 7

1 pound ground beef
1 package (1-1/4 ounces) taco seasoning
1 medium head lettuce, shredded
2 medium tomatoes, seeded and chopped
1 cup bottled Catalina dressing
4 to 5 cups corn chips, crushed
2 cups shredded cheddar cheese

Steps:

  • In a skillet, brown ground beef; drain well. Stir in taco seasoning. Combine beef, lettuce, tomatoes, dressing, corn chips and cheese in a large serving bowl; toss well to mix. Serve immediately.

Nutrition Facts :

EASY TACO SALAD DRESSING



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Keep it simple with this Easy Taco Salad Dressing. This Easy Taco Salad Dressing requires just a few ingredients and takes only a few minutes to make.

Provided by My Food and Family

Categories     Home

Time 5m

Yield 10 servings, 2 Tbsp. each

Number Of Ingredients 4

1 cup HEINZ Chili Sauce
3 Tbsp. milk
4-1/2 tsp. lime juice
1 cup KRAFT Real Mayo

Steps:

  • Blend ingredients in blender until well blended.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 25, Fat 0 g, SaturatedFat 0 g, TransFat 0 g, Cholesterol 0 mg, Sodium 280 mg, Carbohydrate 0 g, Fiber 0 g, Sugar 0 g, Protein 0 g

TACO SALAD FOR A LARGE CROWD



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I made this huge taco salad to bring to a party and people were scrambling to figure out who made it. Needless to say I only brought home an empty bowl and the guests went home with a full stomach! Everyone loves this taco salad recipe. -Lisa Homer, Avon, New York

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner     Lunch

Time 35m

Yield 26 servings (1-1/3 cups each).

Number Of Ingredients 13

1-1/2 pounds ground beef
2 envelopes taco seasoning, divided
1 medium head iceberg lettuce
1 package (10 ounces) nacho-flavored tortilla chips, coarsely crushed
2 pints grape tomatoes, halved
2 cans (16 ounces each) kidney beans, rinsed and drained
3 cans (2-1/4 ounces each) sliced ripe olives, drained
1-1/2 cups shredded cheddar cheese
1 large sweet onion, chopped
2 cans (4 ounces each) chopped green chilies
1-1/2 cups Thousand Island salad dressing
1-1/3 cups salsa
1/3 cup sugar

Steps:

  • In a Dutch oven over medium heat, cook beef with 1 envelope plus 2 tablespoons taco seasoning until no longer pink; drain. , In a very large serving bowl, combine the lettuce, chips, tomatoes, beans, olives, cheese, onion, chilies and beef mixture., In a small bowl, combine the salad dressing, salsa, sugar and remaining taco seasoning; pour over salad and toss to coat.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 262 calories, Fat 15g fat (4g saturated fat), Cholesterol 24mg cholesterol, Sodium 696mg sodium, Carbohydrate 23g carbohydrate (7g sugars, Fiber 3g fiber), Protein 10g protein.

TACO SALAD I



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Put a twist on the conventional taco salad with this quick and easy recipe for a delicious salad meal. And it's fun for the children to help make.

Provided by Denise Williamson

Categories     Salad     Taco Salad Recipes

Time 40m

Yield 8

Number Of Ingredients 10

1 pound lean ground beef
1 (1.25 ounce) package taco seasoning mix
1 (16 ounce) can chili beans
1 (16 ounce) bottle French dressing
1 head iceberg lettuce
1 (14.5 ounce) package tortilla chips
2 cups shredded Cheddar cheese
1 cup chopped tomatoes
4 tablespoons sour cream
½ cup prepared salsa

Steps:

  • In a large skillet over medium-high heat, brown the ground beef and drain excess fat. Stir in the taco seasoning, chili beans and French-style dressing. Fill the dressing bottle 2/3 full of water and add to the skillet. Bring to a boil, reduce heat and simmer for 15 minutes.
  • Crush the bag of chips, open the bag, and toss the broken chips into a large bowl with the lettuce, cheese and tomatoes. When the meat mixture is done, combine it with the lettuce, tomatoes, chips and mix well. Then, add salsa and sour cream.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 846.4 calories, Carbohydrate 59.6 g, Cholesterol 70.2 mg, Fat 56.5 g, Fiber 6.6 g, Protein 26.1 g, SaturatedFat 15.4 g, Sodium 1579.6 mg, Sugar 14.2 g

SUPER EASY TACO SALAD DRESSING



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Make and share this Super Easy Taco Salad Dressing recipe from Food.com.

Provided by Andtototoo

Categories     Salad Dressings

Time 4m

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 5

1 cup ranch dressing
1/2 cup salsa
1 tablespoon fresh minced cilantro (optional)
salt, if needed
ground black pepper, if needed

Steps:

  • In a mixing bowl put the ranch dressing.
  • Add 1/4 cup salsa and stir. Add 1 Tble. of salsa at a time until you have the desired kick to your dressing. Add as much or as little as you wish.
  • Stir in the minced cilantro. This is optional but I love it myself.
  • Check for salt and pepper.
  • Serve with taco salad. I especially like this dressing on a chicken taco salad.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 299.1, Fat 30.9, SaturatedFat 4.8, Cholesterol 19.8, Sodium 850.6, Carbohydrate 6, Fiber 0.9, Sugar 2.5, Protein 1.1

Tips:

  • When choosing a dressing, consider the flavors of the other ingredients in your taco salad. A creamy dressing, such as sour cream or avocado dressing, can help to balance out the spicy flavors of taco meat and salsa. A tangy dressing, such as salsa dressing or vinaigrette, can add a refreshing touch.
  • If you are using a store-bought dressing, be sure to taste it before adding it to your salad. Some dressings can be quite salty or spicy, so you may want to adjust the amount you use accordingly.
  • If you are making your own dressing, be sure to use fresh ingredients. Fresh herbs, such as cilantro or parsley, can add a lot of flavor to a dressing.
  • Be careful not to overdress your salad. A little dressing goes a long way, and too much can make your salad soggy.
  • Serve your taco salad immediately after dressing it. This will help to prevent the dressing from making the salad soggy.

Conclusion:

Taco salad is a delicious and versatile dish that can be enjoyed by people of all ages. With its endless variations, there is sure to be a taco salad recipe that everyone will love. So next time you are looking for a quick and easy meal, give taco salad a try. You won't be disappointed!

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