Taco Salad
Taco Salad is the ultimate way to enjoy all the zesty flavors of your favorite taco in a fresh, crunchy, and satisfying bowl! It’s super easy to whip up and perfect for a busy weeknight dinner or a build-your-own taco salad bar.
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Why You Will Love Taco Salad
Ingredients Needed for this Easy Taco Salad Recipe
Ingredient quantities for this easy taco salad recipe are located in the recipe card at the end of the post.
- Ground beef: 80/20 and 90/10 are both great choices
- Homemade Taco Seasoning: you can also use store-bought, but my homemade recipe takes just a few minutes to whip up and is a lot cheaper!
- Romaine lettuce or iceberg lettuce
- Red onions
- Black beans
- Corn: I completely forgot to use corn for these photos 🙃 but I typically include corn in this salad when I make it!
- Shredded cheddar cheese or taco blend cheese: If you can find it, taco blend cheese is a great fit for this salad
- Diced tomatoes
- Avocado
- Sour cream: optional
- Tortilla chips: optional; you can also use tortilla strips
Feel free to customize the ingredients by adding or omitting any ingredient!
How To Make Taco Salad (Quick Overview)
The steps below are just a quick overview of how to make the recipe. The full process in detail is located in the recipe card at the end of the post.
Start by cooking the ground beef with the taco seasoning.
If you want to go bold with the flavor, use 1 1/2 tbsp instead of 1 tbsp.
Now it’s time to assemble your salads! Gather your ingredients…
… and assemble them into four tasty bowls of Taco Salad. (Or allow people to assemble their own.)
Yes, you can add dressing to your Taco Salad! A personal favorite is mixing sour cream with some salsa, and I know some people do a ranch and salsa combo as well. Cilantro-lime dressing is another good choice.
Serve and enjoy!
More Summer Salads to Enjoy 🥗
Looking for more summer salads to enjoy? Give these a try:
- Craving the BEST fruit salad recipe? This one’s a must-try! Sweet, colorful, and refreshing—perfect for your picnic menu, Easter sides, or cookout dishes.
- Love bold Italian flavors? Dive into the vibrant Caprese Salad with juicy tomatoes, creamy mozzarella, and fresh basil. It’s a flavor-packed masterpiece. Or try the zesty Italian Antipasto Salad loaded with Mediterranean goodness, perfect for any gathering!
- Want to impress your guests? Whip up this Broccoli Salad! The bold crunch and addictive flavor make it an instant crowd-pleaser.
- Nothing beats a Classic Potato Salad. Creamy, tangy, and oh-so-satisfying, it’s a timeless dish that never goes out of style.
- Need a quick, no-fuss side? Macaroni Salad is easy to prep, bursting with flavor, and guaranteed to be a crowd favorite.
- Keep it simple yet delicious with classic Homemade Coleslaw. Light, crunchy, and refreshing—it’s the perfect pairing for all your grilled favorites!
I hope you love this Taco Salad! It’s one of my summer salad go-to recipes.
More Summer Meal Salads
- Not feeling beef? Try this Turkey Taco Salad! Bold, zesty taco flavors with a lean, tasty twist using ground turkey. Who says healthy can’t be delicious?
- For a delicious take on a classic summer fruit, try chicken salad with strawberries! Juicy, fruity, and savory flavors in a fresh, summer-perfect dish.
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Taco Salad
Ingredients
- 1 lb ground beef
- 1 tbsp Homemade Taco Seasoning (or 1 1/2 tbsp for a stronger flavor)
- 6 cups romaine lettuce or iceberg lettuce (chopped)
- 1/4 cup diced red onions
- 1/2 cup canned black beans (drained and rinsed)
- 1/2 cup canned corn (drained and rinsed)
- 1/2 cup shredded cheddar cheese or taco blend cheese
- 1/2 cup diced tomatoes
- 1/2 cup cubed avocado
- sour cream *optional*
- tortilla chips *optional*
Instructions
Step 1: Taco Meat Prep
- Heat a large skillet over medium-high heat. Once hot, add crumbled ground beef.
- Cook the beef thoroughly, then lower the heat. Evenly sprinkle taco seasoning over the beef, mix well, and let it cook for an additional 1-2 minutes until the mixture thickens slightly.
- Remove the skillet from heat and allow the taco meat to cool for at least 5 minutes before assembling the taco salad.
Step 2: Taco Salad Assembly
- Prepare the salad with all the ingredients, adding the beef last. You can serve the salad with the ingredients separated, as shown in the photos, or mix them to resemble the inside of a taco.
Notes
- This salad is very customizable. Feel free to add or omit ingredients!
- If you want to make a dressing, popular options are ranch dressing and salsa mixed together (I also like sour cream and salsa) and cilantro-lime dressing.
Nutrition Estimates (Per Serving)
Nutrition Disclaimer
Nutrition Estimates are per serving and included as a courtesy only. They are accurate to the best of our knowledge based on the ingredients and brands used, but their accuracy is not guaranteed.
