Simple Taco Salad

Ingredients List

• 2 pounds ground beef chuck

• 2 envelopes taco seasoning mix

• 1 ½ cups water

• 1 onion, chopped

• 2 cups green leaf lettuce, shredded

• 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved

• 2 cups shredded Cheddar/Monterey Jack cheese blend

• ½ cup chopped black olives

• 2 cups salsa

• 2 jalapeno peppers, seeded and chopped (Optional)

• 1 cup sour cream

• 1 (10.5 ounce) bag corn chips (such as Fritos®)

Instructions

1. Brown the ground beef in a large skillet over medium heat, breaking it apart as it cooks, for about 10 minutes. Drain any excess fat. Stir in the taco seasoning and water. Bring the mixture to a boil and let it simmer until thickened, about 10 more minutes. Transfer the beef to a serving dish.

2. Set out bowls of chopped onions, lettuce, cherry tomatoes, shredded Cheddar cheese, black olives, salsa, sliced jalapenos, sour cream, and corn chips. Let guests assemble their own taco salads with the ingredients provided.

Helpful Hint

Using aluminum foil helps retain moisture, ensures even cooking, keeps leftovers fresh, and simplifies clean-up.

Nutritional Information (per serving)