Cheesy Spicy Beef Fiesta Salad
Recipe Collection: Salads
Cheesy Spicy Beef Fiesta Salad elevates your meal with a vibrant Mexican-inspired dish that combines seasoned ground beef, melted cheese, and fresh veggies for a satisfying bite. This non-vegetarian recipe is perfect for those who crave bold flavors and hearty textures. With its spicy kick and cheesy goodness, this salad is versatile enough to serve as a main course or a side dish at your next gathering. Perfect for taco nights or casual dinners, it pairs wonderfully with corn chips for added crunch.
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Overview
This Spicy Beef & Cheese Skillet Salad is a quick and flavorful dish that combines seasoned ground beef with melted cheese and fresh vegetables. Perfect for a hearty meal, this salad is sure to leave no leftovers!
Diet Type
Non-Vegetarian
Allergies
Dairy
Cuisine
Mexican
Serving Size: 8
Cooking Time: 30 minutes
Ingredients
- 1.5 Pounds (lb) lean beef, ground
- 1 Medium onion, minced
- 1 Medium green bell pepper, minced
- 1 Tablespoon (tbsp) garlic powder
- 1 Tablespoon (tbsp) cumin, ground
- 1 Pound (lb) processed cheese food, cubed
- 1 4 Ounces (oz) can green chiles, diced
- 1 Cup tomato sauce
- 0.75 Head iceberg lettuce, shredded
- 2 Whole tomatoes, minced
- 1 16 Ounces (oz) package corn chips
Steps
- In a large, deep skillet, combine the ground beef, minced onion, minced bell pepper, garlic powder, and ground cumin. Cook over medium-high heat until the beef is evenly browned. Drain any excess fat.
- Stir in the cubed cheese, diced green chiles, and tomato sauce into the beef mixture. Cook for about 5 minutes, or until the cheese is fully melted.
- Divide the shredded lettuce equally among salad plates. Pour the hot meat and cheese mixture over the lettuce.
- Garnish each plate with minced tomatoes and a handful of corn chips. Serve immediately.
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Enjoy your homemade Cheesy Spicy Beef Fiesta Salad!
