Flavorful Beef Taco Salad with Crunchy Tortilla Chips

Recipe Collection: Salads

Flavorful Beef Taco Salad with Crunchy Tortilla Chips is a vibrant twist on the traditional taco salad. This gluten-free Mexican dish features seasoned ground beef, crispy tortilla chips, and a medley of fresh toppings, making it a perfect choice for family dinners or gatherings. Each bite is a delightful combination of textures and tastes, allowing everyone to customize their salad with their favorite ingredients.

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Overview

This Zesty Beef Taco Salad is a delightful twist on the classic taco salad, combining seasoned beef, crunchy tortilla chips, and fresh toppings for a flavorful and satisfying meal. Perfect for family dinners or gatherings, this dish allows everyone to customize their own salad with a variety of toppings.

Diet Type

Gluten-Free Friendly

Allergies

Dairy

Cuisine

Mexican

Serving Size: 8

Cooking Time: 35 minutes

Ingredients

• 1 Pound (lb) lean beef, ground
• 16 Ounces (oz) can chili beans, packaged
• 16 Ounces (oz) bottle French dressing
• 1.25 Ounces (oz) package taco seasoning mix, packaged
• 14.5 Ounces (oz) package tortilla chips
• 1 Whole head iceberg lettuce, shredded
• 2 Cups Cheddar cheese, shredded
• 1 Cup tomatoes, minced
• 0.5 Cup salsa, packaged
• 4 Tablespoons (tbsp) sour cream

Steps

1. Heat a large skillet over medium-high heat. Cook and stir the ground beef until browned and crumbly, about 5 to 7 minutes. Drain and discard the grease.
2. Stir in the chili beans, French dressing, and taco seasoning mix. Fill the empty dressing bottle 2/3 full of water and add to the skillet. Bring to a boil, reduce heat, and simmer for 15 minutes.
3. Crush the tortilla chips and place them in a large bowl.
4. Add the shredded Cheddar cheese and chopped tomatoes to the bowl. Pour the meat mixture over the chips and mix well.
5. Fill individual bowls with shredded lettuce. Top with the meat mixture, salsa, and a dollop of sour cream.
6. Serve warm and enjoy!

Enjoy your homemade Flavorful Beef Taco Salad with Crunchy Tortilla Chips!