Crispy Beef Taco Salad
Seasoned ground beef and crispy tortilla chips tossed with romaine, topped with cheese and sour cream. Ready in under 20 minutes with one skillet.
- Total time
- 18 min
- Servings
- 2
- Calories
- 580
- Protein
- 38g

Ingredients
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Step 1
Heat oil in a 12-inch skillet over medium-high until it shimmers, about 90 seconds.
Step 2
Add ground beef, breaking it up with a spoon. Cook until no pink remains, 5–6 minutes.
Step 3
Sprinkle taco seasoning over the beef and stir to combine. Cook 1 minute until fragrant.
Step 4
Place chopped romaine on a serving plate or in a bowl.
Step 5
Top with warm beef, tortilla chips, and cheddar cheese.
Step 6
Dollop sour cream on top and squeeze lime juice over the salad. Serve immediately.
Tools you’ll need
- 12-inch skillet
- wooden spoon
- cutting board
- serving plate or bowl
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