Description
Aunt Sue’s Taco Salad is a hearty, nostalgic Tex-Mex favorite packed with seasoned ground beef, fresh vegetables, shredded cheese, crunchy tortilla chips, and tangy Catalina dressing. This easy taco salad is perfect for potlucks, family dinners, or casual gatherings.
Ingredients
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1 lb ground beef
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1 packet taco seasoning mix
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1 head iceberg lettuce, shredded
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1 large tomato, diced
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1/2 red onion, finely chopped
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1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
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1 can (15 oz) kidney beans, drained and rinsed
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2 cups nacho cheese or plain tortilla chips, crushed
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1/2 cup Catalina or French dressing
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Sour cream, for topping
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Optional: sliced jalapeños, black olives, green onions
Instructions
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In a skillet over medium heat, cook ground beef until browned. Drain fat, then add taco seasoning and a splash of water. Simmer for 2–3 minutes until thickened. Let cool slightly.
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In a large salad bowl, mix shredded lettuce, diced tomato, chopped onion, cheddar cheese, and kidney beans.
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Add cooled taco meat and crushed tortilla chips. Toss gently to combine.
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Drizzle Catalina or French dressing over the salad and toss again until everything is evenly coated.
Notes
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Best served fresh to keep the chips crispy.
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Can be made ahead, but keep chips and dressing separate until ready to serve.
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Great with ranch or chipotle dressing as a twist.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Main Course, Salad
- Method: Stovetop, Tossed
- Cuisine: Tex-Mex
