Crispy Beef Taco Salad
Seasoned ground beef crisped in a skillet, piled onto a crunchy tortilla bowl with lettuce, cheese, and fresh toppings. Ready in 20 minutes with maximum impact.
- Total time
- 20 min
- Servings
- 2
- Calories
- 585
- Protein
- 34g

Ingredients
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Step 1
Drape each tortilla over an oven-safe bowl. Bake at 375°F for 8–10 minutes until golden and crispy.
Step 2
Brown ground beef in a skillet over medium-high heat, breaking up with a spoon, 6–8 minutes until no pink remains.
Step 3
Drain excess fat. Stir in taco seasoning and 2 tbsp water. Simmer 2 minutes until fragrant.
Step 4
Place a crispy tortilla bowl on each plate. Layer lettuce inside, then top with seasoned beef.
Step 5
Scatter cheese and tomatoes over beef. Dollop with sour cream and serve immediately.
Tools you’ll need
- two oven-safe bowls
- sheet pan
- 12-inch skillet
- wooden spoon
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