Taco Salad Tortilla Bowl with Dressing

Get ready for a fiesta in a bowl! Our Taco Salad Tortilla Bowl with Dressing is like a taco but crunchier. Cook up some seasoned beef, chop lettuce, add toppings like cheese and avocado, then drizzle with creamy dressing. Easy and delicious!

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Course: Entree, Main Course, Salad, taco

Cuisine: Mexican

Keyword: Easy Recipe, Mexican Cuisine,, Taco salad,, Tortilla bowl

Prep Time: 25

Cook Time: 5

Total Time: 30

Servings: people as a main course

Calories: 569kcal

Ingredients

4 Tortilla Taco Salad Bowls, (optional)
1 lb lean ground beef, 90/10
3 tbsp Taco Seasoning, or 1 packet
½ cup water
1 iceberg lettuce, medium head, chopped
1 avocado, peeled, pitted and sliced
1 cup pico de gallo, or to taste
½ cup Mexican cheese blend, or to taste
½ cup tortilla strips or chips (optional)
¼ cup cilantro, chopped
1 lime, cut into wedges to serve, optional

Taco Salad Dressing:

½ cup sour cream
⅓ cup mayonnaise
2 tbsp lime juice, freshly squeezed
1 tsp garlic powder

Instructions

Gather or make Crispy Tortilla Bowls if using. While they bake and cool, proceed with the recipe.
In a large skillet over medium heat, brown your beef. When there is no pink left on the meat, spoon out all of the excess fat then add taco seasoning and 1/2 cup water. Cook, stirring occasionally, for 3-5 minutes. Remove from heat and cool until it’s lightly warm or room temperature.
In a small bowl or measuring cup, add the dressing ingredients and stir to combine. Refrigerate and let the flavors meld while you prepare your toppings.
Chop lettuce and place into serving bowls (serves 6 as a side salad or 4 as a main course). Divide ground beef between the bowls over the lettuce.
Add remaining toppings as desired then garnish with cilantro, drizzle with the dressing, and serve with lime wedges to squeeze over the salad.

Notes

Pro Tip: For an extra flavor boost, try grilling the tortilla bowls lightly before filling them. This adds a smoky charred flavor and enhances the crunchiness of the bowls.

Variation: Switch up the protein by using shredded chicken, turkey, or even grilled shrimp instead of ground beef. You can also make it vegetarian by substituting the meat with black beans or grilled veggies like bell peppers and onions. Customize the toppings to your liking with additions like diced tomatoes, black olives, jalapenos, or a dollop of guacamole. The beauty of this recipe lies in its versatility, so feel free to get creative and make it your own!

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