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BEST TACO SALAD!



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I got this recipe from a friend more than 20 years ago and it remains a family favorite espcially on hot summer days. I cook the beef early in the morning. Sometimes even chop all of the ingredients then, too, so all I have to do is throw everything together when it is time for dinner. Teenagers especially love this. That is a bonus! Have yet to find anyone who doesn't love this super easy salad for dinner.

Provided by Terriyaki 2

Categories     Cheese

Time 30m

Yield 8-10 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 10

1 lb ground beef
1 (1 1/4 ounce) envelope taco seasoning (I use Taco Seasoning Mix)
1 head iceberg lettuce, chopped
2 -3 roma tomatoes, diced
6 green onions, chopped (I like more)
1 (15 ounce) can red kidney beans or 1 (15 ounce) can black beans, drained
1 (15 ounce) can large black olives, sliced
1 cup cheddar cheese, shredded
1 (16 ounce) bottle Catalina dressing (I use Kraft)
1 (14 1/2 ounce) bag plain Doritos, crumbled into big chunks

Steps:

  • Brown ground beef, drain grease, adding taco seasoning and following directions on package. Chill.
  • When ground beef is cold, place in a large bowl and add all remaining ingredients.
  • Mix well and serve.

POSITIVELY THE BEST TACO SALAD



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I have experimented for a long time perfecting this recipe. I finally have the secret! I am requested to bring this to every pot luck, family dinner, etc. You won't be disappointed!

Provided by kimscatering

Categories     South American

Time 20m

Yield 8 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 7

1 head lettuce, washed & drained well
1 (8 ounce) container grape tomatoes
1 (12 ounce) bag Doritos (I prefer Pepper Jack or Extra Nacho)
2 cups grated sharp cheddar cheese
1 (8 ounce) bottle fat-free Catalina dressing (regular makes it way too greasy!!)
1/2 lb ground beef
taco seasoning

Steps:

  • Brown ground beef and drain. Add taco seasoning - follow package directions. Alow to cool slightly or put in refrigerator if you don't want to use the salad right away.
  • TEAR lettuce into bite size pieces, but into bowl. Cut tomatoes in half, and spread out on top of lettuce. Put cheese on top of tomatoes. Cover and chill until ready to serve. Just before serving, add Doritos, meat (if refrigerated, use microwave to take chill off of meat), and salad dressing. Toss well!
  • Don't skimp on the cheese or doritos, the more the better! I use the whole bag of Dorito's. Not snack size, or Extra large, just the regular size bag -- .

THE BEST TACO SALAD EVER!!!!



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I got the original recipe from a friend while I was stationed in the Republic of Panama in the mid 80's. I have made some changes here and there. This is perfect for picnics and church functions-- it makes a huge bowl!!! So make sure you have a large bowl to mix in... I use my plastic cake carrier and flip it upside down. Then I...

Provided by Shawn Chant

Categories     Other Salads

Time 30m

Number Of Ingredients 10

1 lb hamburger or ground chuck, cooked and drained
1 head of lettuce-chopped
1 small can of black olives-drained
1 medium onion-chopped
1 medium tomato-chopped
1 pkg taco seasoning mix
1 can(s) kidney beans-rinsed and drained
2 c shredded cheddar (or your favorite cheese)
1 bag of nacho flavored doritos-coarsely broken
1 bottle small- catalina dressing

Steps:

  • 1. COOK 1 LB. HAMBURGER WITH ONE PACK OF TACO SEASONING ACCORDING TO DIRECTIONS. WHEN DONE, ADD KIDNEY BEANS AND REMOVE FROM HEAT. IN LARGE BOWL MIX ALL OTHER INGREDIENTS BUT DRESSING AND CHIPS. ADD MEAT MIXTURE. TOP WITH CHIPS THEN THE DRESSING. STIR UNTIL COMBINED AND ENJOY!!!!! NOTE**** YOU MAY WANT TO ADD MORE DRESSING DEPENDING ON THE SIZE OF THE HEAD OF LETTUCE. YOU WANT EVERYTHING TO HAVE DRESSING ON IT BUT YOU DON'T WANT IT SOGGY. IF TAKING THIS SOMEWHERE ELSE, KEEP MEAT AND BEANS IN ONE CONTAINER, LETTUCE IN A SEPARATE CONTAINER, AND ALL OTHER VEGGIES IN AL LARGE BOWL. MIX EVERYTHING TOGETHER WHEN YOU GET THERE TO KEEP LETTUCE AND CHIPS FROM GETTING SOGGY.
  • 2. ***** DEPENDING ON THE TACO SEASONING YOU USE, YOU CAN MAKE THIS MILDER OR SPICIER.

THE BEST TACO SALAD EVER



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This is a recipe my mom made and we all love it! I have made a few updates to our classic family Taco Salad and tweaked it to my likings, feel free to tweak it to yours!

Provided by loopiegal

Categories     Meat

Time 30m

Yield 4-6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 13

1 lb ground round
1 ounce taco seasoning mix
1 head lettuce
2 cups cherry tomatoes or 2 cups grape tomatoes
1 cup grated cheese, of choice
8 ounces black beans
1 (2 1/4 ounce) can sliced black olives (smallest can)
1 cup diced green onion
2 peeled and cut avocados
2 cups crushed Doritos
1 ounce ranch dressing mix
1 cup mayonnaise
1 cup milk

Steps:

  • Mix ranch dressing with mayo and milk in a jar and chill until salad is ready.
  • Brown and drain meat.
  • Add taco seasoning mix and follow instructions on package.
  • Put seasoned meat in a glass bowl, cover and chill about 20 min, stirring once.
  • Wash and cut lettuce.
  • Drain beans and olives.
  • Toss lettuce, tomatoes, onions, avacados, beans and olives in a large salad bowl.
  • Put about 2 cups salad mix into serving bowls and add 1/4 cup seasoned meat,a few pinches of cheese and top with crushed Doritos and 2 tbls ranch dressing.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 629.8, Fat 45.8, SaturatedFat 11.1, Cholesterol 41.9, Sodium 878.1, Carbohydrate 45.8, Fiber 13.5, Sugar 7.7, Protein 16.2

BEST SHRIMP TACO SALAD



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My husband's favorite salad. We use different protein every time we make it. This is quick and easy. Enjoy!!

Provided by VO714

Categories     One Dish Meal

Time 35m

Yield 4-6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 13

1 lb shrimp or 1 lb fish
2 tablespoons southwest seasoning
1/2 cup olive oil
1/2 cup salsa
1/4 cup cider vinegar or 1/4 cup balsamic vinegar
1 tablespoon steak seasoning
1 teaspoon ground cumin
1 cup tortilla chips, slightly crushed
8 ounces spring mixed salad greens
3 tomatoes, diced
1 (15 ounce) can black beans, rinsed
1 cup Mexican blend cheese
1 cup mixed vegetables (combined chopped celery, onion, peppers, cabbage, etc)

Steps:

  • Put the meat, 1 tablespoon of the seasoning, and 1 tablespoon of the olive oil in a plastic bag and refrigerate for at least 20 minute.
  • The dressing: In a jar, combine the oil, southwest seasoning, salsa, steak seasoning, vinegar, cumin. Shake well.
  • In a bowl, combine diced tomatoes, salad veggies and beans. Dress with 1 - 2 tablespoons dressing.
  • Brown the meat then turn off heat.
  • To assemble: Put lettuce in a large bowl. Add veggies, cheese and meat. Pour dressing over and toss.
  • Add the chips when you serve.
  • Please note the times do not include 20 minutes for marinading the meat.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 713.3, Fat 48, SaturatedFat 12.7, Cholesterol 113, Sodium 728.9, Carbohydrate 33.8, Fiber 9.9, Sugar 6.1, Protein 39.2

THE BEST TACO SALAD



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I got this recipe out of a school cookbook and now take this to parties as everyone asks, Are you bringing your taco salad. I make the meat the night before and mix everything else right before it is served. Hope you enjoy it as much as we do. :)

Provided by faith58

Categories     For Large Groups

Time 8h30m

Yield 15 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 8

2 lbs hamburger
2 (1 1/4 ounce) packages taco seasoning
onion, cut up
lettuce
2 tomatoes
8 ounces cheddar cheese (I use 8 oz bag and use the whole bag)
dorito tortilla chips
western French dressing, i use the largest size and sometimes add a touch more from a smaller bottle

Steps:

  • Cook 2 pounds of hamburger the night before you will eat this then add the 2 packages of taco seasoning.
  • Right before you eat it add your cut up onion, lettuce, shredded cheddar cheese, I crunch the dorito's in the bag and then add the western dressing.
  • It is the best taco salad you will ever eat.
  • I put 8 hours for the time that I chilled the hamburger meat and taco seasoning.

WORLD'S BEST TACO SALAD



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My family loves this. It is pretty healthy. I only use organic vegetables and meat. You may use Ground Beef if you choose. Any type of tomato paste will do. Use a small can. Any type of cheese will work. I use 1 cup of Sharp Cheddar cheese and 1 cup of Monterey Jack cheese. Use whatever you want. But Swiss is not recommended. I use stone ground tortilla chips from Trader Joe's. Tostito's works great too. I don't know how big the bag is in weight but just use the medium-ish sized bag. Since Zaar won't let me put that, I'm going to guess about 20 ounces. I use Tapatio brand for Hot Sauce. I hope you enjoy this recipe.

Provided by The Happy Cook

Categories     Lunch/Snacks

Time 55m

Yield 6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 14

1/2 red bell pepper
1/2 white onion
1 lb ground turkey
10 ounces tomato paste
2 cups shredded cheddar cheese
1 (20 ounce) bag tortilla chips
2 cups corn
1 (16 ounce) can refried beans
2 heads romaine lettuce
2 roma tomatoes
1 1/2 cups sour cream or 1 1/2 cups plain yogurt
1 -2 tablespoon hot sauce
2 tablespoons chopped green onions
1/3 cup water

Steps:

  • Dice the bell pepper and onion very fine, the saute them in a very large skillet.
  • Add your ground meat of choice to the vegetables and fully cook the meat.
  • Next add tomato paste and corn.
  • Add water and cook for about 5 minutes.
  • Meanwhile, chop lettuce and cut tomatoes.
  • Make dressing by mixing sour cream and hot sauce, refridgerate dressing until ready to use.
  • After the 5 minutes add the can of beans.
  • Then add the tortilla chips.
  • Cook until the chips are soft and not crunchy.
  • Finally add the cheese.
  • To serve, place lettuce on a plate and top with a scoop of the topping, add the tomatoes and drizzle desired amount of dressing, Sprinkle green onion and garnish with a few tortilla chips.
  • Enjoy!

Nutrition Facts : Calories 916.2, Fat 43.1, SaturatedFat 12.2, Cholesterol 91.1, Sodium 1195, Carbohydrate 108.5, Fiber 17.7, Sugar 12.7, Protein 33.5

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