Quick + Easy Taco Salad
An easy, delicious taco salad that takes just 20 minutes and is a classic! It's a hearty salad loaded with fresh, creamy avocados, healthy black beans, lean ground beef, lots of crispy romaine lettuce, and a healthy serving of cheddar cheese.Taco salads are perfect for summer barbecues and picnics!
Servings: 3 large servings or 6 small
Ingredients
For the seasoned ground beef:
- 2 teaspoons canola oil
- 1 small onion diced
- 1 lb. lean ground beef
- 1 packet 4 tablespoons taco seasoning, homemade or packaged
- 1/3 cup water
For the Taco salad:
- 6 cups shredded romaine lettuce
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes halved
- 1 can 15 oz black beans, drained and rinsed
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- 1 large haas avocado diced (use 2 if you want more!)
- 2 handfuls tortilla chips crushed up
- Catalina Dressing as needed
Instructions
For the seasoned ground beef:
- In a large skillet over medium heat, add the oil and sauté the onions for 2 minutes. Add the ground beef and brown. Drain any excess fat. Add the taco seasoning along with the water and let the ground beef simmer for 5 minutes or until all the water has evaporated.
To assemble the taco salad:
- In a large bowl, or in individual bowls, toss the romaine lettuce, tomatoes, black beans, cheddar cheese, diced avocado, and tortilla chips. Drizzle with as much or as little of the dressing as desired! Enjoy!
