Best 4 Taco Salad With Spinach Recipes

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Taco salad is a delicious dish commonly made with seasoned ground beef, lettuce, tomatoes, cheese, and taco sauce. Spinach adds an extra layer of flavor and nutrition to this classic recipe. With its vibrant colors and variety of textures, taco salad with spinach is sure to be a hit at your next potluck or party. The best part about taco salad is that it is highly customizable, allowing you to add your favorite ingredients and create a dish that suits your taste.

Let's cook with our recipes!

RICOTTA-SPINACH TACOS



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Provided by Food Network Kitchen

Categories     main-dish

Time 30m

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 11

18 ounces ricotta (preferably fresh), at room temperature
2 tablespoons chopped fresh cilantro
3 cloves garlic, chopped
Kosher salt
1 tablespoon vegetable oil
1 white onion, sliced into 1/2-inch-thick rings
2 (4-ounce) cans sliced green chile peppers, drained
2 bunches fresh spinach (about 1 pound), stemmed
1/2 teaspoon ground cumin
8 to 12 corn tortillas
Salsa verde, for serving

Steps:

  • Combine the ricotta, cilantro and 1 clove garlic in a medium bowl and season with salt.
  • Heat the vegetable oil in a large skillet over high heat. Add the onion and cook without stirring until lightly browned, 1 to 2 minutes. Stir and continue cooking until the onion begins to soften, about 2 minutes. Add the chiles, spinach (in batches) and cumin and cook, stirring, until the spinach begins to wilt. Add the remaining 2 cloves garlic and cook until the spinach is completely wilted, about 3 more minutes. Season with salt; transfer to a bowl and keep warm.
  • Warm the tortillas in a dry skillet or wrap in a damp towel and microwave 1 to 2 minutes. Divide the spinach mixture among the tortillas, top with the ricotta mixture and a spoonful of salsa verde and fold. Serve with more salsa.
  • Per serving: Calories 315; Fat 12 g (Saturated 5 g); Cholesterol 29 mg; Sodium 381 mg; Carbohydrate 43 g; Fiber 9 g; Protein 12 g

Nutrition Facts : Calories 315 calorie, Fat 12 grams, SaturatedFat 5 grams, Cholesterol 29 milligrams, Sodium 381 milligrams, Carbohydrate 43 grams, Fiber 9 grams, Protein 12 grams

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.

SPINACH TACO CASSEROLE



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Make and share this Spinach Taco Casserole recipe from Food.com.

Provided by Juliann

Categories     One Dish Meal

Time 55m

Yield 4-6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 9

1/2 lb ground beef
1/2 onion, chopped
2 garlic cloves, chopped
2 teaspoons chili powder
1/4 teaspoon salt
1 (14 ounce) can tomato sauce
2 tablespoons vinegar
1/2 lb cheddar cheese, shredded
8 ounces frozen spinach, thawed and drained

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 375°F.
  • Saute beef, onion, and garlic in large saucepan until beef is browned.
  • Add tomato sauce, salt, chili powder, and vinegar. Add more salt/chili powder to taste preference. Simmer.
  • Layer in a casserole dish chips, cheese, spinach, and meat mixture. Repeat until all of ingredients are used. Top layer should be cheese.
  • Bake 20-25 minutes uncovered.
  • Serve with hot sauce.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 415.2, Fat 28.2, SaturatedFat 15.5, Cholesterol 98.1, Sodium 1119, Carbohydrate 13.4, Fiber 4.1, Sugar 5.8, Protein 28.8

TACO SALAD WITH SPINACH



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Quick and delicious! This healthy meal can be prepared quickly and easily and is delicious. Perfect for a busy weeknight. Serve with guacamole.

Provided by paulburdine

Categories     Taco Salad

Time 25m

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 9

1 pound ground beef
½ cup chopped onion
½ cup chopped red bell pepper
½ cup chopped mushrooms
1 teaspoon salt
1 teaspoon chili powder
1 (10 ounce) package spinach leaves
1 (15 ounce) can black beans, drained
1 large tomato, chopped

Steps:

  • Heat a large skillet over medium-high heat. Cook and stir beef, onion, red bell pepper, mushrooms, salt, and chili powder together in the hot skillet until the beef is completely browned, 7 to 10 minutes; drain and discard grease.
  • Spread spinach leaves into a salad bowl; top with beef mixture. Add black beans and chopped tomato.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 229.8 calories, Carbohydrate 17.2 g, Cholesterol 47.3 mg, Fat 9.7 g, Fiber 7 g, Protein 19.1 g, SaturatedFat 3.7 g, Sodium 747.9 mg, Sugar 2.2 g

Tips:

  • Use fresh ingredients whenever possible. Fresh spinach, tomatoes, and avocado will give your taco salad the best flavor.
  • Don't be afraid to experiment with different toppings. In addition to the classic taco toppings like cheese, sour cream, and salsa, you can also add things like guacamole, black beans, or corn.
  • Make sure to use a good quality dressing. A simple vinaigrette or ranch dressing is always a good choice, but you can also get creative and make your own dressing.
  • Serve your taco salad immediately. This will prevent the chips from getting soggy.

Conclusion:

Taco salad is a delicious, healthy, and easy-to-make meal that can be enjoyed by people of all ages. It's a great way to use up leftover taco meat, and it's also a great option for a quick and easy lunch or dinner. With so many different variations, there's sure to be a taco salad recipe that everyone will enjoy. So next time you're looking for a tasty and satisfying meal, give taco salad a try.

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