Zesty Taco Salad: A Flavorful Fiesta Bowl
This zesty taco salad is a delightful mix of spiced beef, fresh vegetables, and a tangy cilantro-lime dressing. Perfect for a quick lunch or a light dinner, this dish offers all the bold flavors of a taco in a refreshing salad form.
Prep
: 10
Total
: 25 minutes
Ingredients
Main Ingredients
- 1.25 lbs ground beef preferably 80/20 blend
- 1 tsp taco seasoning store-bought or homemade
- 2 cups Romaine lettuce chopped
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes halved
- 1 cup corn kernels fresh or canned
- 1 medium red onion finely diced
- 0.5 cup sharp cheddar cheese shredded
- 0.5 cup cilantro leaves chopped
- 0.5 cup tortilla strips optional, for crunch
Cilantro-Lime Dressing
- 0.33 cup olive oil
- 2 tbsp lime juice freshly squeezed
- 1 tbsp honey
- 1 tsp ground cumin
- 1 clove garlic minced
- 0.25 tsp salt
- 0.25 tsp black pepper freshly ground
Instructions
Preparation Steps
- Brown the ground beef in a skillet over medium-high heat. Add the taco seasoning and cook for 5-7 minutes, until cooked through.
- In a large bowl, combine the chopped lettuce, tomatoes, corn, red onion, cheddar cheese, and cilantro.
- In a small bowl, whisk together the dressing ingredients: olive oil, lime juice, honey, cumin, garlic, salt, and pepper.
- Pour the dressing over the salad and toss to coat. Top with the cooked beef and optional tortilla strips before serving.
Notes
This salad is a great low-carb option if you skip the tortilla strips. Add jalapeños for an extra kick!