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Quick Taco Salad Recipe
Quick taco salad provides simple make-your-own taco salad preparation that both kids, ages six and two, absolutely love for family-friendly meals that accommodate various preferences. This customizable approach ensures everyone gets exactly what they want while the kid approval demonstrates broad family appeal. The make-your-own format eliminates meal preparation stress while creating interactive dining experiences families enjoy.
This is a simple make-your-own taco salad. Both my kids, ages six and two, LOVE this! I have made this both with two boneless chicken breasts and beef. Both are a great hit and so easy. I have also used this for Super Bowl party… they LOVED it!
Prep Time:
35 mins
Cook Time:
20 mins
Total Time:
55 mins
Servings:
8
Yield:
8 servings
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Ingredients
2 pounds ground beef chuck
2 envelopes taco seasoning mix
1 ½ cups water
1 onion, chopped
2 cups green leaf lettuce, shredded
1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
2 cups shredded Cheddar/Monterey Jack cheese blend
½ cup chopped black olives
2 cups salsa
2 jalapeno peppers, seeded and chopped (Optional)
1 cup sour cream
1 (10.5 ounce) bag corn chips (such as Fritos®)
Directions
Brown ground beef in a large skillet over medium heat until crumbly and no longer pink, about 10 minutes; drain excess grease. Mix in taco seasoning mix and water. Bring the beef mixture to a boil and cook until thickened, about 10 more minutes. Transfer beef to a serving bowl.
Place chopped onion, lettuce, cherry tomatoes, Cheddar cheese, black olives, salsa, jalapeno peppers, sour cream, and corn chips in individual serving bowls. Allow diners to assemble their own salads from the ingredients.
Tip
Aluminum foil helps keep food moist, ensures it cooks evenly, keeps leftovers fresh, and makes clean-up easy.
Nutrition Facts (per serving)
| 638 | Calories |
| 41g | Fat |
| 37g | Carbs |
| 30g | Protein |
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| Nutrition Facts | |
|---|---|
| Servings Per Recipe 8 | |
| Calories 638 | |
| % Daily Value * | |
| Total Fat 41g | 52% |
| Saturated Fat 16g | 78% |
| Cholesterol 101mg | 34% |
| Sodium 1611mg | 70% |
| Total Carbohydrate 37g | 13% |
| Dietary Fiber 4g | 13% |
| Total Sugars 6g | |
| Protein 30g | 60% |
| Vitamin C 11mg | 13% |
| Calcium 253mg | 19% |
| Iron 3mg | 16% |
| Potassium 654mg | 14% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.
** Nutrient information is not available for all ingredients. Amount is based on available nutrient data.
(-) Information is not currently available for this nutrient. If you are following a medically restrictive diet, please consult your doctor or registered dietitian before preparing this recipe for personal consumption.
