Best 10 The Best Taco Salad Recipes

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Craving a taco but don't want the hassle of making tortillas? Taco salad is the perfect solution! This delicious dish combines all the classic taco flavors in a crisp and refreshing salad. With a base of seasoned ground beef, crisp lettuce, and crunchy tortilla chips, taco salad is a hearty and satisfying meal. Topped with your favorite taco toppings, such as cheese, sour cream, salsa, and guacamole, this salad is a flavor-packed fiesta in every bite. Whether you're looking for a quick and easy weeknight dinner or a fun and festive party dish, taco salad is the perfect choice. So grab your ingredients and get ready to create the best taco salad you've ever tasted!

Here are our top 10 tried and tested recipes!

BEST TACO SALAD!



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I got this recipe from a friend more than 20 years ago and it remains a family favorite espcially on hot summer days. I cook the beef early in the morning. Sometimes even chop all of the ingredients then, too, so all I have to do is throw everything together when it is time for dinner. Teenagers especially love this. That is a bonus! Have yet to find anyone who doesn't love this super easy salad for dinner.

Provided by Terriyaki 2

Categories     Cheese

Time 30m

Yield 8-10 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 10

1 lb ground beef
1 (1 1/4 ounce) envelope taco seasoning (I use Taco Seasoning Mix)
1 head iceberg lettuce, chopped
2 -3 roma tomatoes, diced
6 green onions, chopped (I like more)
1 (15 ounce) can red kidney beans or 1 (15 ounce) can black beans, drained
1 (15 ounce) can large black olives, sliced
1 cup cheddar cheese, shredded
1 (16 ounce) bottle Catalina dressing (I use Kraft)
1 (14 1/2 ounce) bag plain Doritos, crumbled into big chunks

Steps:

  • Brown ground beef, drain grease, adding taco seasoning and following directions on package. Chill.
  • When ground beef is cold, place in a large bowl and add all remaining ingredients.
  • Mix well and serve.

POSITIVELY THE BEST TACO SALAD



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I have experimented for a long time perfecting this recipe. I finally have the secret! I am requested to bring this to every pot luck, family dinner, etc. You won't be disappointed!

Provided by kimscatering

Categories     South American

Time 20m

Yield 8 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 7

1 head lettuce, washed & drained well
1 (8 ounce) container grape tomatoes
1 (12 ounce) bag Doritos (I prefer Pepper Jack or Extra Nacho)
2 cups grated sharp cheddar cheese
1 (8 ounce) bottle fat-free Catalina dressing (regular makes it way too greasy!!)
1/2 lb ground beef
taco seasoning

Steps:

  • Brown ground beef and drain. Add taco seasoning - follow package directions. Alow to cool slightly or put in refrigerator if you don't want to use the salad right away.
  • TEAR lettuce into bite size pieces, but into bowl. Cut tomatoes in half, and spread out on top of lettuce. Put cheese on top of tomatoes. Cover and chill until ready to serve. Just before serving, add Doritos, meat (if refrigerated, use microwave to take chill off of meat), and salad dressing. Toss well!
  • Don't skimp on the cheese or doritos, the more the better! I use the whole bag of Dorito's. Not snack size, or Extra large, just the regular size bag -- .

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

TACO SALAD III



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This taco salad contains traditional ingredients such as lettuce, tomatoes, beans, ground beef and corn chips. Serve this salad on a hot summer day.

Provided by Melanie

Categories     Salad     Taco Salad Recipes

Time 30m

Yield 8

Number Of Ingredients 12

16 ounces lean ground beef
1 (1.25 ounce) package taco seasoning mix
1 head iceberg lettuce, shredded
1 red onion, sliced
1 bunch green onions, chopped
1 (15 ounce) can pinto beans, drained
1 (15 ounce) can kidney beans, drained
2 large tomatoes, chopped
1 avocados - peeled, pitted, and cubed
8 ounces shredded Cheddar cheese
1 (16 ounce) package corn chips
1 (16 ounce) bottle Catalina salad dressing

Steps:

  • Prepare the ground beef as directed by taco seasoning package and set aside.
  • In a large bowl, combine the beef mixture, lettuce, red onion, green onion, pinto beans, kidney beans, tomatoes, avocado and cheese. Mix well.
  • Before serving, add the corn chips and enough dressing to coat. Mix well and serve immediately.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 945.3 calories, Carbohydrate 75.7 g, Cholesterol 72.3 mg, Fat 60.7 g, Fiber 11.9 g, Protein 27.3 g, SaturatedFat 16 g, Sodium 1682 mg, Sugar 17.7 g

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.

MEATLESS TACO SALAD



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This colorful entree combines popular taco ingredients-minus the ground beef. And you won't miss the meat at all! I top each serving with a creamy guacamole dressing, crunchy corn chips and cheese. -Kimberly Dray, Pflugerville, Texas

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Lunch

Time 20m

Yield 2 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 13

1/3 cup guacamole
1/4 cup sour cream
1 tablespoon prepared Italian salad dressing
1 tablespoon chopped green onions
2 tablespoons chopped green pepper
1/4 teaspoon pepper
1/4 teaspoon chili powder
3 cups shredded lettuce
8 cherry tomatoes, halved
1/2 cup canned kidney beans, rinsed and drained
1/4 cup sliced ripe olives
1/2 cup crushed corn chips
1/2 cup shredded cheddar cheese

Steps:

  • In a small bowl, combine the first 7 ingredients; set aside. In a large bowl, combine the lettuce, tomatoes, beans and olives. Arrange lettuce mixture on 2 serving plates; top with guacamole mixture. Sprinkle with corn chips and cheese.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 486 calories, Fat 33g fat (12g saturated fat), Cholesterol 35mg cholesterol, Sodium 849mg sodium, Carbohydrate 34g carbohydrate (7g sugars, Fiber 9g fiber), Protein 16g protein.

TACO SALAD



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This recipe was handed down from my aunt and now I'm not invited to get togethers unless I bring this along.

Provided by busy mom

Categories     Meat

Time 15m

Yield 10-12 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 8

1 head iceberg lettuce
2 cups shredded cheddar cheese
2 lbs ground beef
1 package taco seasoning
2 tomatoes
1 onion
1 bag plain Doritos
1 (16 ounce) bottle Catalina dressing

Steps:

  • Brown ground beef and taco seasoning.
  • Drain and let cool.
  • Chop lettuce, tomatoes, and onions.
  • Put into a large container.
  • Add cheese and crushed Doritos.
  • Add cooled ground beef.
  • Pour Catalina dressing over all of it 5 to 10 minutes before serving.

THE BEST TACO SALAD



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I got this recipe out of a school cookbook and now take this to parties as everyone asks, Are you bringing your taco salad. I make the meat the night before and mix everything else right before it is served. Hope you enjoy it as much as we do. :)

Provided by faith58

Categories     For Large Groups

Time 8h30m

Yield 15 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 8

2 lbs hamburger
2 (1 1/4 ounce) packages taco seasoning
onion, cut up
lettuce
2 tomatoes
8 ounces cheddar cheese (I use 8 oz bag and use the whole bag)
dorito tortilla chips
western French dressing, i use the largest size and sometimes add a touch more from a smaller bottle

Steps:

  • Cook 2 pounds of hamburger the night before you will eat this then add the 2 packages of taco seasoning.
  • Right before you eat it add your cut up onion, lettuce, shredded cheddar cheese, I crunch the dorito's in the bag and then add the western dressing.
  • It is the best taco salad you will ever eat.
  • I put 8 hours for the time that I chilled the hamburger meat and taco seasoning.

EASY TACO SALAD



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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 :

THE BEST TACO SALAD EVER



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This is a recipe my mom made and we all love it! I have made a few updates to our classic family Taco Salad and tweaked it to my likings, feel free to tweak it to yours!

Provided by loopiegal

Categories     Meat

Time 30m

Yield 4-6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 13

1 lb ground round
1 ounce taco seasoning mix
1 head lettuce
2 cups cherry tomatoes or 2 cups grape tomatoes
1 cup grated cheese, of choice
8 ounces black beans
1 (2 1/4 ounce) can sliced black olives (smallest can)
1 cup diced green onion
2 peeled and cut avocados
2 cups crushed Doritos
1 ounce ranch dressing mix
1 cup mayonnaise
1 cup milk

Steps:

  • Mix ranch dressing with mayo and milk in a jar and chill until salad is ready.
  • Brown and drain meat.
  • Add taco seasoning mix and follow instructions on package.
  • Put seasoned meat in a glass bowl, cover and chill about 20 min, stirring once.
  • Wash and cut lettuce.
  • Drain beans and olives.
  • Toss lettuce, tomatoes, onions, avacados, beans and olives in a large salad bowl.
  • Put about 2 cups salad mix into serving bowls and add 1/4 cup seasoned meat,a few pinches of cheese and top with crushed Doritos and 2 tbls ranch dressing.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 629.8, Fat 45.8, SaturatedFat 11.1, Cholesterol 41.9, Sodium 878.1, Carbohydrate 45.8, Fiber 13.5, Sugar 7.7, Protein 16.2

Tips:

  • Use fresh, high-quality ingredients. This will make a big difference in the flavor of your taco salad.
  • Choose a lean protein. Ground turkey or chicken are good options.
  • Don't overcook the meat. This will make it tough and dry.
  • Use a variety of toppings. This will add flavor and texture to your salad.
  • Don't be afraid to experiment. There are many different ways to make a taco salad, so find what you like best.

Conclusion:

Taco salad is a delicious and versatile dish that can be enjoyed by people of all ages. It's a great way to use up leftover ingredients, and it's also a healthy and affordable meal. So next time you're looking for a quick and easy meal, give taco salad a try.

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