Best 3 Tater Tot Taco Salad Recipes

If you are looking for a quick, easy, and fun meal to spice up your dinner rotation, then look no further. This Tex-Mex inspired Tater Tot Taco Salad recipe is a flavor explosion in your mouth. It combines the best of both worlds and it is sure to satisfy the pickiest of eaters. Who doesn't love crispy golden brown tater tots? And who can resist a hearty taco salad? Now, imagine combining the two together in a one-dish meal that is filling, comforting, and downright tasty.

Here are our top 3 tried and tested recipes!

TATER TOT TACO SALAD

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"Since I love potatoes and my husband and I both enjoy the flavor of tacos, this fun dish is a tasty meal-in-one for the two of us," comments Eleanor Mielke (left with her husband, Tom) of Mitchell, South Dakota. "It's not as messy as eating tacos...and the recipe can easily be doubled."

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories Lunch

Time 30m

Yield 2 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 8

Ingredients

2 cups frozen miniature Tater Tots
1/2 pound ground beef
2 tablespoons taco seasoning
1/2 cup shredded cheddar cheese
1/4 cup sliced ripe olives
1 cup shredded lettuce
2 tablespoons taco sauce
1/4 cup sour cream

Steps:

Bake Tater Tots according to package directions. , Meanwhile, in a large skillet, cook beef over medium heat until no longer pink; drain. Stir in taco seasoning. Divide Tater Tots between two serving plates or bowls. , Top with taco mixture, cheese, olives, lettuce, taco sauce and sour cream.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 612 calories, Fat 37g fat (17g saturated fat), Cholesterol 106mg cholesterol, Sodium 1829mg sodium, Carbohydrate 44g carbohydrate (4g sugars, Fiber 4g fiber), Protein 31g protein.

TATER TOT TACO SALAD

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I was in the mood for something different. I had some tator tots and ground beef in the freezer. This is what I came up with. My family enjoyed it.

Provided by bmcnichol

Categories Meat

Time 35m

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 9

Ingredients

4 cups frozen miniature tater tots
1 lb ground beef
1 (1 1/4 ounce) packet taco seasoning
3/4 cup water
2 cups shredded cheddar cheese
2 cups shredded lettuce
4 tablespoons picante sauce or 4 tablespoons salsa
1/2 cup sour cream
1 tomatoes, diced

Steps:

Bake tater tots according to directions on package.
Cook beef and drain.
Stir in taco seasoning packet.
Add water and simmer about five minutes or until most of the liquid has disappeared.
Put tater tots on four plates.
Top with taco mixture, cheese, lettuce, tomato, salsa and sour cream.
Feel free to use any topping that you enjoy on a taco.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 545.5, Fat 41.9, SaturatedFat 22.3, Cholesterol 149.1, Sodium 543.6, Carbohydrate 4.7, Fiber 0.9, Sugar 1.8, Protein 36.8

TATER TOT TACO SALAD

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I have been making this dish since my two boys were little. It's a surefire way to get your little ones to eat salad. My boys are now grown and still ask me to make this for them. You will love it too!

Provided by Elizabeth Schoch

Categories Other Salads

Number Of Ingredients 10

Ingredients

1 lb ground beef, lean
1 bag tater tots
1 bag salad greens
3 Tbsp taco seasoning mix, or 1 packet of taco seasoning
mexican blend cheese, or cheddar cheese
salsa
tostada bowl, optional
sour cream, optional
diced green onions, optional
diced tomatoes, optional

Steps:

1. Brown the ground beef until cooked. Add the taco seasoning with 3/4 cup of water (or less if you prefer). While the ground beef is cooking, prepare the tater tots and cook according to directions.
2. Place the tater tots on bottom of dish (or tostada bowl), next layer with the beef. Add the salad and top with cheese, salsa, tomatoes, green onions and sour cream. I add all the above ingredients to mine, however it is up to and what you prefer.

Tips:

Choose the right tater tots: Look for crispy, well-seasoned tater tots that will hold their shape when cooked.
Cook the tater tots thoroughly: Make sure the tater tots are cooked through and crispy before adding them to the salad.
Use fresh, high-quality ingredients: The fresher and better quality the ingredients, the tastier the salad will be.
Don't be afraid to experiment: Feel free to add or omit ingredients to suit your taste. For example, you could add black beans, corn, or avocado.
Serve the salad immediately: Tater tot taco salad is best served immediately after it's made, while the tater tots are still crispy.

Conclusion:

Tater tot taco salad is a delicious, easy-to-make dish that's perfect for a quick and easy meal. With its crispy tater tots, flavorful taco meat, and fresh vegetables, this salad is sure to be a hit with everyone at the table. So next time you're looking for a new and exciting way to enjoy taco salad, give this recipe a try!