Classic Taco Salad

5 from 1 vote

This traditional ground beef taco salad recipe is loaded with your favorite taco toppings and hearty enough for a dinner recipe and easy enough for a side dish.

If I'm making this for a party, I set up all the ingredients and provide taco salad shells and make it a DIY create your own taco salad bar and it's always a hit with party guests!

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Prep Time20

Cook Time10

Total Time30

Course: Salads

Cuisine: Mexican

Servings:

Calories: 480kcal

Ingredients

1 pound ground beef
1 1-ounce taco seasoning mix -plus ingredients to make the taco meat
1 head iceberg lettuce -rinsed and then shredded or chopped
1/2 cup salsa -flavor/heat of choice (I use mild)
1/2 cup green onions -chopped (about 4-6 green onions)
1 cup tomatoes -chopped
2 cups shredded cheddar cheese
12 ounce bag tortilla chips (you may not use all of them)
sour cream optional
salad dressing optional (Southwest Ranch, Catalina, French, Chili Lime, etc.)

Instructions

Prepare ground beef according to the taco seasoning packet. After prepared, set aside.
In a large serving bowl, place shredded lettuce and spread out in bowl.
Spoon prepared taco meat onto the shredded lettuce. Drizzle with salsa (you may need to add more salsa than 1/2 cup).
Top with chopped onions, chopped tomatoes, and shredded cheese.
Crush tortilla chips and sprinkle on top of salad. (We use a lot of tortilla chips, usually almost the whole bag, but you can adjust to your personal preference.)
Add more salsa, if desired.
OPTIONAL: Drizzle with desired dressing and add a dollop of sour cream before serving.

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