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Hearty Taco Salad

8 reviews
Test Kitchen Approved
Total Time

Prep/Total Time: 25 min.

Makes

2 servings

“This downsized version of a hearty and flavorful salad is easy to make and delicious to eat! It's always requested at our family get-togethers and bridal and baby showers.” —Lori Hinueber, Machesney Park, Illinois
Hearty Taco Salad
Hearty Taco Salad Recipe photo by Taste of Home
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Ingredients

  • 1/2 pound lean ground beef (90% lean)
  • 1/3 cup water
  • 2 tablespoons taco seasoning
  • 2 cups torn mixed salad greens
  • 1 cup canned red beans, rinsed and drained
  • 1-1/4 cups coarsely crushed nacho tortilla chips
  • 1/2 cup shredded cheddar cheese
  • 1 medium tomato, diced
  • 1/4 cup chopped onion
  • 2 tablespoons sliced ripe olives, drained
  • 3 tablespoons green goddess salad dressing
  • 3 tablespoons prepared ranch salad dressing

Directions

  1. In a small skillet, cook beef over medium heat until no longer pink; drain. Stir in water and taco seasoning. Bring to a boil; cook and stir for 2 minutes or until thickened. Cool slightly.
  2. Divide the salad greens between two salad bowls or plates. Top with beans, half of the tortilla chips and the beef mixture. Sprinkle with cheese, tomato, onion, olives and remaining chips; drizzle with salad dressings.

Nutrition Facts

1 each: 868 calories, 50g fat (15g saturated fat), 89mg cholesterol, 2269mg sodium, 62g carbohydrate (8g sugars, 10g fiber), 38g protein.

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