Taco Salad Recipe
A fresh and flavorful Taco Salad recipe made with seasoned ground beef, crisp romaine, black beans, and crunchy tortilla strips.Ready in just 30 minutes and perfect for easy family dinners.Loaded with Tex-Mex flavor and customizable toppings.
Ingredients
- 1 lb ground beef
- Kosher salt
- Freshly ground black pepper
- 2 tbsp taco seasoning
- 2 tbsp tomato paste
- 2 tbsp water
- 2 cups vegetable oil
- 2 corn tortillas cut into thin strips
- 2 heads romaine lettuce coarsely chopped
- 2 1/2 cups cherry tomatoes halved
- 1 can black beans drained and rinsed
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- 1/2 cup pico de gallo
- 1/4 cup cilantro
- 1/2 cup sour cream
Instructions
- Heat a large cast-iron skillet over medium-high heat. Add ground beef and cook while breaking it into small crumbles. Season with salt and pepper.
- Stir in taco seasoning, tomato paste, and water. Cook until the beef is fully browned and coated in seasoning, about 5 minutes. Remove from heat.
- In another skillet, heat vegetable oil to about 1/2-inch depth over medium-high heat. Fry tortilla strips until golden and crispy, about 2 minutes. Transfer to paper towels and season lightly with salt.
- In a large bowl, season chopped romaine with a pinch of salt. Add tomatoes, black beans, and the seasoned beef mixture. Toss gently.
- Top the Taco Salad with cheddar cheese, pico de gallo, cilantro, and crispy tortilla strips. Finish with dollops of sour cream before serving.
Notes
- Ground turkey or chicken can replace beef for a lighter version.
- Serve with lime wedges for added freshness.
- This Taco Salad works well as a taco bar setup for parties.