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Sometimes you just need a recipe, like this Easy Taco Salad, that is quick to prepare and uses ingredients that are already in the house.
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Easy Taco Salad

This Easy Taco Salad can be thrown together quickly and uses simple ingredients most have in their refrigerator or pantry.
Prep Time10 minutes
Cook Time10 minutes
Total Time20 minutes
Course: Salad
Cuisine: American
Keyword: easy taco salad, taco salad, versatile taco salad
Servings: 6
Calories: 609kcal
Author: Barbara

Ingredients

  • 1 pound ground beef
  • 1 head lettuce
  • 1 can red kidney beans drained
  • 2-3 tomatoes cut up
  • 8 oz shredded cheddar cheese
  • 2 cups crushed corn chips
  • 1 cup bottled Italian Dressing

Instructions

  • Brown ground beef; be sure to season with salt and pepper. Drain if needed.
    Sometimes you just need a recipe, like this Easy Taco Salad, that is quick to prepare and uses ingredients that are already in the house.
  • Shred lettuce.
    Sometimes you just need a recipe, like this Easy Taco Salad, that is quick to prepare and uses ingredients that are already in the house.
  • Toss lettuce with ground beef, beans, tomatoes, cheese, and corn chips.
    Sometimes you just need a recipe, like this Easy Taco Salad, that is quick to prepare and uses ingredients that are already in the house.
  • Add Italian Dressing to your liking.
    Sometimes you just need a recipe, like this Easy Taco Salad, that is quick to prepare and uses ingredients that are already in the house.

Notes

  • To prepare ahead of time, mix all ingredients together except corn chips and dressing. Add both right before serving.
  • Don't have fresh tomatoes? Use a can of diced tomatoes.
  • The nutritional information is auto-calculated and can vary depending on the products used. It should NOT be used for specific dietary needs.
  • Love taco salad? Try this one with homemade dressing. 

Nutrition

Calories: 609kcal | Carbohydrates: 25g | Protein: 24g | Fat: 46g | Saturated Fat: 16g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 10g | Monounsaturated Fat: 14g | Trans Fat: 1g | Cholesterol: 91mg | Sodium: 841mg | Potassium: 471mg | Fiber: 2g | Sugar: 6g | Vitamin A: 1634IU | Vitamin C: 7mg | Calcium: 340mg | Iron: 2mg