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Taco Salad With Catalina Dressing

Welcome to your new favorite recipe: Taco Salad With Catalina Dressing! This delightful dish brings together the vibrant flavors of taco night with the freshness of a salad, making it the perfect choice for any occasion.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 25 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Main Course, Salad
Cuisine: American, Mexican-Inspired
Calories: 450
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Taco Salad
  • 1 lb ground beef
  • 1 packet taco seasoning
  • 1 head lettuce chopped
  • 1 cup cherry tomatoes halved
  • 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
  • 1 can black beans rinsed and drained (15 oz)
  • 1 cup corn fresh, frozen, or canned
  • 1 cup tortilla chips crushed
  • 1/2 cup Catalina dressing
Optional Garnishes
  • sliced jalapeños
  • avocado
  • olives

Equipment

  • Large skillet
  • Large Mixing Bowl
  • Cutting board
  • Knife
  • Serving platter
  • Measuring Cups
  • Salad Tongs
  • Can Opener

Method
 

  1. Step 1: Heat a large skillet over medium heat. Add the ground beef and cook until browned, about 5-7 minutes. Drain excess fat.
  2. Step 2: Sprinkle taco seasoning over the cooked beef, add specified amount of water, stir, and let simmer for about 5 minutes.
  3. Step 3: In a large mixing bowl, combine chopped lettuce, halved cherry tomatoes, shredded cheddar cheese, rinsed black beans, and corn. Mix well.
  4. Step 4: Add the cooked beef to the salad mixture and toss gently to combine without crushing the lettuce.
  5. Step 5: Add crushed tortilla chips and drizzle Catalina dressing over the top. Toss gently to combine.
  6. Step 6: Garnish with optional jalapeños, avocado, or olives and serve immediately.

Notes

Feel free to customize ingredients based on dietary preferences. Make it vegetarian by substituting beef with black beans or lentils.