Best Beef Fajita Salad Recipes

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BEEF FAJITA SALAD



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This easy salad features colorful peppers, beans, tomato and tender strips of beef. The beef marinates for only 10 minutes, but gets great flavor from the lime juice, cilantro and chili powder.

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Lunch

Time 30m

Yield 4 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 14

1/4 cup lime juice
2 tablespoons minced fresh cilantro
1 garlic clove, minced
1 teaspoon chili powder
3/4 pound beef top sirloin steak, cut into thin strips
1 medium green pepper, julienned
1 medium sweet red pepper, julienned
1 medium onion, sliced and halved
1 teaspoon olive oil
1 can (16 ounces) kidney beans, rinsed and drained
4 cups torn mixed salad greens
1 medium tomato, chopped
4 tablespoons fat-free sour cream
2 tablespoons salsa

Steps:

  • In a large resealable plastic bag, combine the lime juice, cilantro, garlic and chili powder; add beef. Seal bag and turn to coat; refrigerate for 10 minutes, turning once. , Meanwhile, in a nonstick skillet, cook the peppers and onion in oil over medium-high heat for 5 minutes or until tender. Remove and keep warm. Add beef with marinade to the skillet; cook and stir for 4-5 minutes or until meat is tender and mixture comes to a boil. Add beans and pepper mixture; heat through. , Divide the salad greens and tomato among four bowls; top each with 1-1/4 cups beef mixture, 1 tablespoon sour cream and 1-1/2 teaspoons salsa.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 291 calories, Fat 6g fat (2g saturated fat), Cholesterol 50mg cholesterol, Sodium 291mg sodium, Carbohydrate 34g carbohydrate (9g sugars, Fiber 9g fiber), Protein 27g protein. Diabetic Exchanges

BEEF FAJITA SALAD



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This is a great Main Dish salad for summertime. ...

Provided by WWMIMI

Categories     Salad     Beef and Pork Salad Recipes     Beef Salad Recipes

Time 2h40m

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 11

1 (8 ounce) bottle Italian-style salad dressing
1 teaspoon ground cumin
1 dash hot pepper sauce
½ pound flank steak, cut into strips
½ cup fresh corn kernels
½ cup kidney beans, cooked
½ cup thinly sliced red onion
½ cup shredded Cheddar cheese
1 tomato, chopped
8 cups mixed salad greens
2 cups crushed tortilla chips

Steps:

  • Combine the cumin, hot pepper sauce and Italian dressing in a small bowl and mix well. Reserve 1/2 cup of the dressing. In a separate bowl, add enough dressing to coat the beef and let marinate for 1 hour.
  • In a hot skillet, fry the beef and cook until done. Allow the beef to cool. In a medium bowl combine the beef with the corn, beans, onions and 1/2 cup of the dressing. Refrigerate for several hours before serving.
  • To serve, toss the beef and vegetable mixture with the salad greens, tomatoes and shredded cheese. Add extra dressing if necessary and top with the crushed tortilla chips.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 300.9 calories, Carbohydrate 19.6 g, Cholesterol 25.4 mg, Fat 19.3 g, Fiber 4.2 g, Protein 14.3 g, SaturatedFat 5.3 g, Sodium 798.2 mg, Sugar 5.2 g

BEEF FAJITA RICE SALAD



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Great refreshingly simple dish quick to make and for all to enjoy during Mexican cookoff! Summer easy and will fill the hungry man! I made this last night and everyone loved it! It was on a supermarket flyer I picked up at the meat counter in Albertson's.

Provided by Gingerbee

Categories     One Dish Meal

Time 16m

Yield 2 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 16

1 lb top round steaks or 1 lb flank steak, cut to 3/4 inch thick
3/4 cup cherry tomatoes, quarters
2 cups cooked rice, cooled to room temperature
1/2 teaspoon cumin
1/4 cup lime juice
1 garlic clove, minced
1/2 teaspoon pepper
1/2 head lettuce, shredded
1/2 teaspoon onion powder
3/4 cup picante sauce
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/2 cup cheddar cheese, shredded
1/4 cup green onion, sliced
1 (2 1/4 ounce) can sliced ripe olives, drained
1/2 cup sour cream
2 tablespoons vegetable oil

Steps:

  • Combine lime juice, oil, garlic, onion powder, cumin, salt and pepper in a shallow baking dish; Add beef, cover, and marinate in refrigerator, for at least 4 hours.
  • Remove beef and cook as desired (grilled, pan fried or broiled) for 10 to 12 minutes.
  • Slice meat diagonally into bite-size pieces.
  • Combine rice, tomatoes, cheese, olives and onions in a large bowl.
  • Arrange mixture over shredded lettuce.
  • Place beef on top.
  • Serve with picante sauce and sour cream.

GROUND BEEF FAJITA TACO SALAD



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Here's a great-tasting taco salad with tons of flavor. It's worth the extra-effort to make your own dressing.

Provided by Betty Crocker Kitchens

Categories     Entree

Time 30m

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 19

1 medium ripe avocado, pitted, peeled and cut into chunks
1/4 cup sour cream
3 tablespoons milk
2 tablespoons lime juice
2 tablespoons chopped fresh cilantro
2 tablespoons olive or vegetable oil
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon ground cumin
1/8 teaspoon ground red pepper (cayenne)
2 teaspoons vegetable oil
2 medium bell peppers, cut into bite-size strips
1 medium onion, cut into thin wedges
1 lb lean (at least 80%) ground beef
1 package (1 oz) Old El Paso™ taco seasoning mix
2/3 cup water
6 cups torn romaine lettuce
1 medium tomato, chopped (3/4 cup)
1 cup shredded Cheddar cheese (4 oz)
2 cups crushed tortilla chips (about 4 oz)

Steps:

  • In blender, place all dressing ingredients. Cover; blend on medium speed 30 seconds or until smooth. Pour into small bowl. Cover; refrigerate until serving time.
  • In 12-inch nonstick skillet, heat oil over medium heat. Cook bell peppers and onion in oil 6 minutes, stirring occasionally, until tender. Remove vegetables from skillet; set aside.
  • In same skillet, cook beef over medium-high heat 5 to 7 minutes, stirring occasionally, until thoroughly cooked; drain. Add taco seasoning mix and water; heat as directed on package.
  • Place 1 cup lettuce on each of 6 plates. Top with beef mixture, vegetables, tomato, cheese and chips. Serve with dressing.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 470, Carbohydrate 25 g, Cholesterol 75 mg, Fat 1, Fiber 5 g, Protein 21 g, SaturatedFat 10 g, ServingSize 1 Serving, Sodium 890 mg, Sugar 5 g, TransFat 1 g

BEEF FAJITA SALAD



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This easy salad features colorful peppers, beans, tomato and tender strips of beef. The beef marinates for only 10 minutes, but gets great flavor from the lime juice, cilantro and chili powder.

Provided by looneytunesfan

Categories     Steak

Time 30m

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 14

1/4 cup lime juice
2 tablespoons minced fresh cilantro
1 garlic clove, minced
1 teaspoon chili powder
3/4 lb boneless beef top sirloin steak, cut into thin strips
1 medium green pepper, julienned
1 medium sweet red pepper, julienned
1 medium onion, sliced and halved
1 teaspoon olive oil
1 (16 ounce) can kidney beans, rinsed and drained
4 cups torn mixed salad greens
1 medium tomatoes, chopped
4 tablespoons nonfat sour cream
2 tablespoons salsa

Steps:

  • In a large resealable plastic bag, combine the lime juice, cilantro, garlic and chili powder; add beef. Seal bag and turn to coat; refrigerate for 10 minutes, turning once.
  • Meanwhile, in a nonstick skillet, cook the peppers and onion in oil over medium-high heat for 5 minutes or until tender. Remove and keep warm. Add beef with marinade to the skillet; cook and stir for 4-5 minutes or until meat is tender and mixture comes to a boil. Add beans and pepper mixture; heat through.
  • Divide the salad greens among four bowls; top each with 1-1/4 cups beef mixture, 1 tablespoon sour cream and 1-1/2 teaspoons salsa.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 272, Fat 5.8, SaturatedFat 1.8, Cholesterol 52.5, Sodium 459.3, Carbohydrate 28.2, Fiber 8.4, Sugar 7.8, Protein 26.9

GRILLED BEEF FAJITA SALAD



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Grilled beef steak and fajita ingredients are served on a bed of salad greens with a sassy salsa dressing.

Provided by Betty Crocker Kitchens

Categories     Entree

Time 30m

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 11

1 container (14 ounces) refrigerated salsa (1 1/2 cups)
1/4 cup olive or vegetable oil
2 teaspoons chili powder
1 teaspoon ground cumin
1 teaspoon garlic salt
1-pound beef sirloin steak, about 1 inch thick
2 medium red or green bell peppers, sliced
1 medium onion, sliced
9 cups bite-size pieces romaine lettuce
Guacamole, if desired
Sour cream, if desired

Steps:

  • Heat coals or gas grill for direct heat. Mix all Salsa Dressing ingredients; set aside.
  • Mix chili powder, cumin and garlic salt. Sprinkle mixture over both sides of beef.
  • Place bell peppers and onion in grill basket. Cover and grill beef and vegetables 3 to 4 inches from medium heat about 5 minutes for medium-rare or about 7 minutes for medium; turn. Grill 5 to 7 minutes longer or until desired beef doneness.
  • In large bowl, toss lettuce, grilled peppers and onion with half of the dressing. Cut beef diagonally into 1/2-inch slices; place on salad. Serve with remaining dressing, guacamole and sour cream.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 225, Carbohydrate 11 g, Cholesterol 40 mg, Fat 1/2, Fiber 4 g, Protein 18 g, SaturatedFat 2 g, ServingSize 1 Serving, Sodium 490 mg

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