Description
A delicious layered taco salad perfect for gatherings and parties.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb (450g) ground beef
- 1 packet taco seasoning
- 2 cups shredded iceberg lettuce
- 1 cup guacamole
- 1 cup sour cream
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- 1 can (2.25 oz) sliced black olives, drained
- 1 cup chopped tomatoes
- 1/4 cup chopped fresh cilantro
- Tortilla chips, for serving
Instructions
- Cook the Ground Beef:
- In a large skillet over medium heat, cook the ground beef until browned, about 7-10 minutes.
- Drain excess fat and stir in the taco seasoning according to the package instructions.
- Assemble the Salad:
- In a clear glass bowl or trifle dish, begin layering the ingredients.
- Start with a layer of shredded lettuce.
- Add the seasoned ground beef evenly over the lettuce.
- Spread a layer of guacamole on top of the beef.
- Sprinkle shredded cheddar cheese over the guacamole.
- Spread sour cream over the cheese layer.
- Scatter black olives over the sour cream.
- Add chopped tomatoes as the next layer.
- Top with fresh cilantro for garnish.
- Chill:
- Refrigerate the salad for at least 30 minutes before serving to allow flavors to meld.
- Serve:
- Serve with tortilla chips for dipping or alongside.
Notes
- Customize the salad by adding black beans or corn for extra texture.
- For a spicier kick, include some sliced jalapeños in the layers.
- Use fresh lime juice in the guacamole for a zesty flavor.
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Salad
- Method: Layering
- Cuisine: Mexican
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 700mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 25g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 18g
- Cholesterol: 55mg