SALAD SHAKERS

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Provided by gailanng

Categories Greens

Time 35m

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 13

1 lb ground beef (95% lean)
2 teaspoons minced garlic
1/4 cup water
2 tablespoons chili powder
2 teaspoons ground cumin
salt
iceberg lettuce (10 - 12 ounces lettuce, red cabbage, carrots) or romaine mixed salad green (10 - 12 ounces lettuce, red cabbage, carrots)
1 cup diced tomato
1/2 cup canned black beans, rinsed, drained
1/2 cup frozen corn, defrosted, drained
1/2 cup shredded cheddar cheese
1/2 cup prepared ranch dressing
1/4-1/3 cup crunchy corn tortilla strips (see instructions below for strips) or 1/4-1/3 cup crushed baked corn tortilla chips (see instructions below for strips)

Steps:

Brown ground beef with garlic in large nonstick skillet over medium heat 8 to 10 minutes, breaking beef up into 1/2-inch crumbles. Pour off drippings, if necessary. Stir in water, chili powder, cumin and salt; cook and stir 1 minute to blend flavors. Cool slightly.
Place salad mix, beef, tomato, beans, corn and cheese, if desired, in large bowl with lid. Top with dressing; close lid securely or cover bowl tightly with plastic wrap. Shake gently to combine. Top with tortilla strips, if desired.
To make single servings, place 1-1/2 cups salad mix, about 2/3 cup beef mixture, 1/4 cup tomato, 2 tablespoons beans, 2 tablespoons corn and 2 tablespoons cheese, if desired, in small bowl with lid. Top with 2 tablespoons dressing; close lid securely. Shake gently to combine. Top with tortilla strips, if desired.
Crunchy Tortilla Strips: Cut 2 corn tortillas in half, then crosswise into ¼-inch-wide strips. Place strips in single layer on baking sheet. Spray tortilla strips lightly with nonstick cooking spray. Bake 4 to 8 minutes at 400ºF or until crisp.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 534.9, Fat 38.4, SaturatedFat 12.2, Cholesterol 101.8, Sodium 677.5, Carbohydrate 20.4, Fiber 5.3, Sugar 2.3, Protein 29.2