HOT TACO SALAD

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Salsa adds lots of flavor to this warm salad. From "Recipes for Busy Cooks" by the Rice a Roni folks.

Provided by Sharon123

Categories     Southwestern U.S.

Time 45m

Yield 5 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 10

3/4 lb lean ground beef
1/2 cup chopped onion
1 (6 7/8 ounce) package beef flavored Rice-A-Roni
1/2 cup salsa
1 teaspoon chili powder
4 cups shredded lettuce
1 medium tomatoes, chopped
2 ounces shredded monterey jack cheese or 2 ounces cheddar cheese
1/2 cup crushed tortilla chips (optional)
sour cream (optional)

Steps:

  • In a large skillet, brown ground beef and onion; drain.
  • Remove from skillet; set aside.
  • In the same skillet, prepare Rice a Roni Mix as package directs.
  • Stir in meat mixture, salsa and chili powder; continue cooking over low heat 3 to 4 minutes or until heated through.
  • Arrange lettuce on serving platter.
  • Top with rice mixture, tomato and cheese.
  • Top with Tortilla chips, if desired.
  • Add a dollop of sour cream, if desired.
  • Makes 5 servings.
  • Enjoy!

Nutrition Facts : Calories 188.7, Fat 10.7, SaturatedFat 5.1, Cholesterol 54.9, Sodium 279.8, Carbohydrate 5.4, Fiber 1.5, Sugar 2.5, Protein 17.8

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