Taco Salad
An attractive layered salad full of taco fillings.
An attractive layered salad full of taco fillings.
Servings 6 people
Ingredients
- 1 lb ground beef
- 2 cloves garlic finely chopped
- 2 tbsp all-purpose flour
- 2 tbsp chili powder
- 1/2 tsp ground cumin
- 1 1/2 cups water
- 2 cups tortilla chips
- 1/2 head iceberg lettuce shredded
- 1 small onion chopped
- 1 cup cheddar cheese grated
- 1 medium tomato chopped
- 1 large avocado peeled, seeded, and diced
- 1/2 cup black olives sliced
- 1/4 cup jalapeño peppers sliced, pickled
- 1 cup ranch salad dressing
- salt to taste
- pepper to taste
Instructions
- Saute the beef and garlic in a skillet over moderate heat until the meat is browned, about 5 minutes.1 lb ground beef, 2 cloves garlic
- Stir in the flour, chili powder, cumin, salt, and pepper.2 tbsp all-purpose flour, 2 tbsp chili powder, 1/2 tsp ground cumin, salt, pepper
- Add the water and simmer uncovered over low heat until the mixture has thickened, stirring occasionally.1 1/2 cups water
- Meanwhile, arrange the tortilla chips on a large serving platter or individual plates and place the lettuce on top.2 cups tortilla chips, 1/2 head iceberg lettuce
- Add the beef mixture followed by the remaining ingredients in the order listed.1 small onion, 1 cup cheddar cheese, 1 medium tomato, 1 large avocado, 1/2 cup black olives, 1/4 cup jalapeño peppers, 1 cup ranch salad dressing
Nutrition
Calories: 1035kcal | Carbohydrates: 62g | Protein: 33g | Fat: 74g | Saturated Fat: 19g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 9g | Monounsaturated Fat: 21g | Trans Fat: 1g | Cholesterol: 123mg | Sodium: 1328mg | Potassium: 507mg | Fiber: 6g | Sugar: 2g
