Best Beef Taco Salad Recipes

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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.

GROUND BEEF TACO SALAD



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Everyone at our house loves this taco salad. In spring we look for something light and refreshing on the menu after the heavier comfort food of winter. -Muriel Bertrand, Shoreview, Minnesota

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Lunch

Time 25m

Yield 2 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 10

1/2 pound ground beef
1/3 cup bean dip
1 teaspoon chili powder
1/4 teaspoon salt
1 cup canned diced tomatoes plus 2 tablespoons liquid
2 cups chopped lettuce
1/2 cup shredded cheddar cheese
2 green onions, sliced
2 tablespoons sliced ripe olives
1/2 cup corn chips

Steps:

  • In a large skillet, cook beef over medium heat until no longer pink; drain. Stir in the bean dip, chili powder, salt and tomato liquid. Remove from the heat., In a large bowl, combine the tomatoes, lettuce, cheese, onions and olives. Add beef mixture; toss to coat. Top with chips. Serve immediately.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 469 calories, Fat 28g fat (12g saturated fat), Cholesterol 107mg cholesterol, Sodium 1007mg sodium, Carbohydrate 25g carbohydrate (5g sugars, Fiber 4g fiber), Protein 32g protein.

BEEF TACO SALAD WITH CHUNKY TOMATO DRESSING



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There's nothing dainty about this salad. With mounds of chili-spiced beef and sharp cheddar cheese over a bed of crisp greens, all doused with a chunky tomato lime dressing and topped with a shards of corn chips, it has high-impact flavor and heartiness to satisfy even the biggest appetites.

Provided by Ellie Krieger

Categories     main-dish

Time 57m

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 14

3/4 pound lean ground beef (90 percent lean or higher)
2 cloves garlic, minced
1 (15.5-ounce) can black beans, drained and rinsed
1 tablespoon chili powder
1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper, plus more to taste
1/3 cup water
4 medium tomatoes, diced
2 tablespoons olive oil
2 tablespoons fresh lime juice
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
2 hearts romaine lettuce, chopped
1/2 cup grated Cheddar
2 ounces baked corn tortilla chips (about 32 chips)

Steps:

  • To prepare the meat, heat a large skillet over a medium-high heat. Add the beef and cook until no longer pink, stirring occasionally and breaking the meat up with the spoon. Add the garlic and beans and cook for 2 minutes more. Add the chili powder, cayenne and water and stir until well combined and some but not all of the liquid has been absorbed. Remove from the heat and allow the mixture to cool slightly. Meat mixture may be made up to 3 days ahead and stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator.
  • To make the tomato dressing, in a medium bowl, combine tomatoes (with their juices), oil, lime juice, salt and pepper. Dressing may be prepared up to 2 days ahead and stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator.
  • Place 2 cups of lettuce on each plate or in a lunch container. Top each serving with 1 cup of the beef mixture then sprinkle with 2 tablespoons of cheese. If making to-go, pack 3/4 cup of the tomato mixture in a separate sealable container and put about 8 chips in a separate bag. Right before eating, pour a portion of the tomato mixture with the liquid on top of each salad, and crush tortilla chips on top.
  • Nutritional analysis per serving (Serving size: 2 cups lettuce, 1 cup beef mixture, 2 tablespoons cheese, 3/4 cup of tomato mixture, and about 8 crushed tortilla chips)
  • Calories 430; Total Fat 22 g; (Sat Fat 8 g, Mono Fat 10 g, Poly Fat 2 g) ; Protein 29 g; Carb 36 g; Fiber 9 g; Cholesterol 70 mg; Sodium 770 mg
  • Excellent source of: Protein, Fiber, Vitamin A, Niacin, Vitamin B6, Vitamin B12, Vitamin C, Calcium, Iron, Phosphorus, Potassium, Selenium, Zinc
  • Good source of: Riboflavin, Vitamin K, Manganese

CHEESY BEEF TACO SALAD



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Arlene Ghent of St. Joseph, Michigan says, "I often double the recipe so there are leftovers for lunch the next day."

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Lunch

Time 30m

Yield 6 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 13

1-1/2 pounds ground beef
1-1/2 cups chopped onion
1 cup diced celery
1 cup diced green pepper
2 garlic cloves, minced
1 pound process cheese (Velveeta), cubed
1 can (10 ounces) diced tomatoes and green chilies, undrained
2 teaspoons chili powder
2 teaspoons ground cumin
1-1/2 cups crushed corn chips
Shredded lettuce
Chopped green onions
2 large tomatoes, cut into wedges

Steps:

  • In a large skillet, cook the beef, onion, celery, green pepper over medium heat until meat is no longer pink. Add garlic; cook 1 minute longer. Drain. Stir in the cheese, tomatoes, chili powder and cumin. Cook and stir over low heat until cheese is melted. Stir in corn chips. , Line six salad plates with lettuce; sprinkle with green onions. Top each with 1 cup beef mixture. Garnish with tomato wedges.

Nutrition Facts :

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

VELVEETA EASY BEEF TACO SALAD



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Cheesy with VELVEETA and clocking in at just 30 minutes to prepare, this easy beef taco recipe is a winner twice over.

Provided by My Food and Family

Categories     Home

Time 30m

Yield Makes 6 servings, 1 cup each.

Number Of Ingredients 9

1 lb. ground beef
1 small onion, chopped
1 pkg. (1-1/4 oz.) TACO BELL® Taco Seasoning Mix
3/4 cup water
1 pkg. (10 oz.) frozen corn
1/2 lb. (8 oz.) VELVEETA, cut into 1/2-inch cubes
1 pkg. (8 oz.) shredded iceberg lettuce (about 4-1/2 cups)
1 large tomato, chopped
6 oz. tortilla chips (about 9 cups)

Steps:

  • Cook meat and onions with seasoning mix and water in large skillet as directed on package.
  • Stir in corn and VELVEETA; cover. Cook on low heat 5 min. or until VELVEETA is completely melted and mixture is well blended, stirring frequently.
  • Spoon over lettuce just before serving; top with tomatoes. Serve with tortilla chips.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 460, Fat 25 g, SaturatedFat 10 g, TransFat 0 g, Cholesterol 75 mg, Sodium 1150 mg, Carbohydrate 38 g, Fiber 4 g, Sugar 7 g, Protein 24 g

BEEF PATTY TACO SALAD



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A lighter alternative to the usual taco salad. For a spicy kick, add some pickled nacho jalepeno peppers.

Provided by abfab2208

Categories     Beans

Time 30m

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 20

1 lb lean ground beef
2 tablespoons minced onions
1 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce
2 teaspoons chili powder
1/2 teaspoon dried oregano
1/2 teaspoon salt
1 small head iceberg lettuce, torn into bite-sized pieces
1 (15 ounce) can pinto beans, rinsed and drained
1 large tomatoes, diced
1 large avocado, peeled and diced
1 cup crushed corn tortilla chips
1/4 cup chopped cilantro
2 scallions, chopped
2 tablespoons olive oil
2 teaspoons red wine vinegar
1 lime, juice of
1/4 cup salsa, plus
2 tablespoons salsa
1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
1/4 cup sour cream

Steps:

  • In a medium bowl, combine the ground beef, onion, Worcestershire, chili powder, oregano, and salt, and mix well. Form into 16 small patties about 1/2 inch thick.
  • Heat a grill pan over medium heat until hot enough to make a few drops of water sizzle. Put the patties on the hot pan and cook until brown grill marks appear on the bottom, 3 to 4 minutes. Turn over and cook until the meat is no longer pink in the center but still juicy, 2 to 3 minutes, or to the desired degree of doneness. Leave the patties on the pan off the heat.
  • In a large bowl, combine the lettuce, beans, tomato, avocado, tortilla chips, cilantro and scallions, and toss gently. Add the oil, venegar, lime juice, and 1/4 cup of the salsa. Toss again to mix.
  • To serve, divide the salad among 4 large plates. Arrange 4 patties on each salad and top each with one-fourth of the cheese. Garnish each salad with a drizzle of sour cream and 1/2 tablespoon of salsa.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 691.7, Fat 40.5, SaturatedFat 14.9, Cholesterol 109.7, Sodium 789.5, Carbohydrate 42.9, Fiber 16.4, Sugar 5.3, Protein 42.9

TACO SALAD WITH SPICED BEEF PATTIES



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Provided by Food Network Kitchen

Categories     main-dish

Time 25m

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 12

2 hearts romaine lettuce, chopped
2 vine-ripened tomatoes, chopped
3/4 cup frozen fire-roasted corn, thawed
1 cup pico de gallo, undrained
3 tablespoons apple cider vinegar
Kosher salt and freshly ground pepper
1 pound 85% lean ground beef
1 tablespoon taco seasoning
1 tablespoon extra-virgin olive oil
1/4 cup sour cream
1/2 cup shredded cheddar cheese
1 cup tortilla strips

Steps:

  • Toss the lettuce, tomatoes, corn, 3/4 cup pico de gallo and the vinegar in a large bowl; season with salt and pepper. Divide among plates or shallow bowls.
  • Shape the ground beef into four 4-inch-wide patties and season both sides with the taco seasoning and a generous pinch each of salt and pepper. Heat the olive oil in a large nonstick skillet over medium-high heat. Add the patties and cook, turning once, until well browned, 4 to 6 minutes.
  • Top each salad with 1 beef patty. Drizzle any juices from the skillet over the patties. Top with the remaining 1/4 cup pico de gallo and dollop with the sour cream. Sprinkle with the cheese and tortilla strips.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 470, Fat 31 grams, SaturatedFat 11 grams, Cholesterol 98 milligrams, Sodium 798 milligrams, Carbohydrate 23 grams, Fiber 4 grams, Protein 28 grams, Sugar 6 grams

CHEESY BEEF TACO SALAD



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I absolutely love Mexican Food!! When I found this recipe, I tried it that night, and well needless to say...everyone was licking their plates clean!!!

Provided by Abi Stump

Categories     Other Salads

Number Of Ingredients 8

1 1/2 lb ground beef
1 1/2 c chopped onion
1 c green pepper, diced
1 lb velveta cheese (mexican style), cubed
10 oz or 1 can, diced tomatoes & green chilies, undrained
2 tsp chili powder
corn chips
shredded lettuce

Steps:

  • 1. In a large skillet, cook the beef, onioin, and diced green pepper over medium heat until the meat is no longer pink, then drain. Stir in the cheese, tomatoes, and chili powder. Cook and stir over low heat until the cheese is melted.
  • 2. Layer plates with corn chips and shredded lettuce. Top each of with approx. 1 cup of the Cheesy Beef Taco mix. Garnish with tomato wedges and green onions. Enjoy!!

BEEF TACO SALAD WITH CHUNKY TOMATO DRESSING



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How to make Beef Taco Salad with Chunky Tomato Dressing

Provided by @MakeItYours

Number Of Ingredients 14

3/4 pound lean ground beef (90 percent lean or higher)
2 cloves garlic, minced
1 (15.5-ounce) can black beans, drained and rinsed
1 tablespoon chili powder
1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper, plus more to taste
1/3 cup water
4 medium tomatoes, diced
2 tablespoons olive oil
2 tablespoons fresh lime juice
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
2 hearts romaine lettuce, chopped
1/2 cup grated Cheddar
2 ounces baked corn tortilla chips (about 32 chips)

Steps:

  • To prepare the meat, heat a large skillet over a medium-high heat. Add the beef and cook until no longer pink, stirring occasionally and breaking the meat up with the spoon. Add the garlic and beans and cook for 2 minutes more. Add the chili powder, cayenne and water and stir until well combined and some but not all of the liquid has been absorbed. Remove from the heat and allow the mixture to cool slightly. Meat mixture may be made up to 3 days ahead and stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator.
  • To make the tomato dressing, in a medium bowl, combine tomatoes (with their juices), oil, lime juice, salt and pepper. Dressing may be prepared up to 2 days ahead and stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator.
  • Place 2 cups of lettuce on each plate or in a lunch container. Top each serving with 1 cup of the beef mixture then sprinkle with 2 tablespoons of cheese. If making to-go, pack 3/4 cup of the tomato mixture in a separate sealable container and put about 8 chips in a separate bag. Right before eating, pour a portion of the tomato mixture with the liquid on top of each salad, and crush tortilla chips on top.
  • Nutritional analysis per serving (Serving size: 2 cups lettuce, 1 cup beef mixture, 2 tablespoons cheese, 3/4 cup of tomato mixture, and about 8 crushed tortilla chips)
  • Calories 430; Total Fat 22 g; (Sat Fat 8 g, Mono Fat 10 g, Poly Fat 2 g) ; Protein 29 g; Carb 36 g; Fiber 9 g; Cholesterol 70 mg; Sodium 770 mg
  • Excellent source of: Protein, Fiber, Vitamin A, Niacin, Vitamin B6, Vitamin B12, Vitamin C, Calcium, Iron, Phosphorus, Potassium, Selenium, Zinc
  • Good source of: Riboflavin, Vitamin K, Manganese

BEEF TACO SALAD



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This salad is a flavorful, colorful way to impress that special someone! Jan Koelleen shares it from her home in Baton Rouge, Louisiana.

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Lunch

Time 30m

Yield 2 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 12

1/3 pound lean ground beef (90% lean)
1/3 cup water
3 teaspoons reduced-sodium taco seasoning
Dash hot pepper sauce
3 cups torn romaine
1/2 cup canned black beans, rinsed and drained
1/3 cup crumbled baked tortilla chip scoops (about 10 scoops)
1/4 cup shredded reduced-fat Mexican cheese blend
1/2 cup canned diced tomatoes with mild green chilies, drained
1/2 medium ripe avocado, peeled and cubed
1/3 cup each chopped green, sweet red and yellow pepper
1/4 cup chopped red onion

Steps:

  • In a small nonstick skillet, cook beef over medium heat until no longer pink; drain. Stir in the water, taco seasoning and pepper sauce. Bring to a boil; cook and stir for 2 minutes or until thickened. Remove from the heat., Divide beef mixture between two plates. Layer with romaine, beans, tortilla chips, cheese, tomatoes, avocado, peppers and onion.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 377 calories, Fat 16g fat (5g saturated fat), Cholesterol 47mg cholesterol, Sodium 809mg sodium, Carbohydrate 35g carbohydrate (10g sugars, Fiber 10g fiber), Protein 25g protein. Diabetic Exchanges

VELVEETA EASY BEEF TACO SALAD



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How to make VELVEETA Easy Beef Taco Salad

Provided by @MakeItYours

Number Of Ingredients 9

1lb. ground beef
1small onion, chopped
1pkg. (1-1/4 oz.) TACO BELL® HOME ORIGINALS® Taco Seasoning Mix
3/4cup water
1pkg. (10 oz.) frozen corn
1/2lb. (8 oz.) VELVEETA®, cut into 1/2-inch cubes
1 pkg. (8 oz.) shredded iceberg lettuce (about 4-1/2 cups)
1large tomato, chopped
6oz. tortilla chips (about 9 cups)

Steps:

  • COOK meat and onions with seasoning mix and water in large skillet as directed on package.
  • STIR in corn and VELVEETA; cover. Cook on low heat 5 min. or until VELVEETA is completely melted and mixture is well blended, stirring frequently.
  • SPOON over lettuce just before serving; top with tomatoes. Serve with tortilla chips.

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