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Taco Salad Bowl

A hearty Mexican-inspired salad with seasoned ground beef, fresh vegetables, and taco toppings in an edible tortilla bowl.

30 minEasyServes 4520 cal/serving

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Ingredients

  • 1 lb ground beef, lean
  • 2 tbsp taco seasoning
  • 1/2 cup water
  • 4 large flour tortillas, for bowls
  • 6 cups romaine lettuce, chopped
  • 2 tomatoes, diced
  • 1 can black beans, rinsed and drained
  • 1 cup corn kernels, canned, drained
  • 2 avocado, sliced
  • 1 cup cheddar cheese, shredded
  • 1/2 cup sour cream
  • 1/2 cup salsa
  • 1/4 cup fresh cilantro, chopped
  • 2 lime, cut into wedges

Instructions

  1. 1

    Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C).

  2. 2

    To make tortilla bowls: Drape 4 large flour tortillas over oven-safe bowls that have been turned upside down and lightly sprayed with cooking spray. Bake for 10-12 minutes until crisp and golden. Let cool.

  3. 3

    In a large skillet over medium-high heat, cook 1 lb lean ground beef until browned, about 5-7 minutes, breaking it up as it cooks.

  4. 4

    Drain excess fat if necessary.

  5. 5

    Add 2 tbsp taco seasoning and 1/2 cup water to the skillet. Stir well and simmer for 3-5 minutes until the liquid is mostly absorbed. Remove from heat.

  6. 6

    To assemble the salad bowls, place a tortilla bowl on each plate.

  7. 7

    Layer 6 cups chopped romaine lettuce at the bottom of each bowl.

  8. 8

    Top with the seasoned ground beef mixture.

  9. 9

    Add 2 diced tomatoes, 1 can rinsed and drained black beans, 1 cup canned, drained corn kernels, and 2 sliced avocado.

  10. 10

    Sprinkle with 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese.

  11. 11

    Dollop 1/2 cup sour cream and 1/2 cup salsa on top.

  12. 12

    Garnish with 1/4 cup chopped fresh cilantro and serve with 2 cut into wedges lime on the side.

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