Crispy Beef Taco Salad
Seasoned ground beef over crisp greens and crispy tortilla chips, topped with cheese, salsa, and sour cream. A crowd-pleasing main that comes together in 15 minutes.
- Total time
- 15 min
- Servings
- 2
- Calories
- 520
- Protein
- 28g

Ingredients
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Step 1
Heat 1 tbsp oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat until it shimmers, ~90 seconds.
Step 2
Add ground beef and break it up with a spoon. Cook, stirring occasionally, until no pink remains, ~6 minutes.
Step 3
Stir in taco seasoning and 2 tbsp water. Simmer until the mixture is fragrant and coats the beef, ~1 minute.
Step 4
Divide romaine between two bowls. Top with warm beef, tortilla chips, cheese, salsa, and a dollop of sour cream.
Step 5
Squeeze lime wedge over the top. Serve immediately.
Tools you’ll need
- large skillet
- spoon for breaking up meat
- two serving bowls
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