Quick Fix Taco Salads

It was one of THOSE days. Not enough time to even think about dinner. But, a quick glance in the fridge and pantry and I was able to throw together a plan. Quick fix taco salads it would be. And you know, they turned out great! Crunchy shells, crunchy lettuce, and all of our favorite salad toppings.

Quick Fix Taco Salads

Nice And Easy. And Delicious.

I used chopped grilled chicken to top these salads, but any cooked meat (or no meat for that matter) would be great too. Like chilled cooked shrimp. Or warm taco beef crumbles. Just because these taco salads are quick to fix doesn’t mean that they are low on flavor.

I highly recommend that you shred or grate your own cheese at home. Don’t buy the pre-shredded or pre-grated stuff. It has stuff added to it to keep it from sticking together. That ‘stuff’ affects how the cheese melts. Shred it yourself and use the good stuff.

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Also try my quick fix shrimp tacos.

Quick Fix Taco Salads

Quick Fix Taco Salads

Mike
Just because these taco salads are quick to fix doesn’t mean that they are low on flavor.
5 from 1 vote
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Total Time 25 minutes
Course Main
Cuisine American
Servings 4 servings
Calories 231 kcal

Equipment

Ingredients
  

Suggested toppings

  • cheddar cheese shredded
  • black olives sliced or chopped
  • meat cooked chicken, beef taco meat, or shrimp
  • cilantro chopped
  • sweet corn kernels
  • tomatoes diced
  • avocado diced
  • green onions sliced
  • tortilla strips

Instructions
 

  • Place chopped salad into a large bowl.
  • Drizzle with dressing.
  • Add desired toppings and toss lightly to coat.
  • Spoon into taco salad shells and serve.

Nutrition

Calories: 231kcalCarbohydrates: 25gProtein: 3gFat: 12gSodium: 165mgPotassium: 1mgFiber: 1gVitamin A: 3IUVitamin C: 1mgCalcium: 1mgIron: 7mg
Keyword salad, taco
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Quick Taco Salads

Unbelievably easy to make, these quick taco salads disappear really fast. Use whatever toppings you have on hand. And whatever toppings you enjoy. We kept them pretty simple. There’s nothing fancy going on here. Just a quick and easy salad-for-dinner.

Quick Fix Taco Salads

Perfect Salads In No Time

If you have the time, slow cook the beef a little longer for a more tender, flavorful filling. I like to let mine simmer with the lid on for at least two hours. I add a bit of water if the mixture gets too dry. It’s not really a necessary step but I think the beef gets more flavor. All the way through.

I highly recommend that you shred or grate your own cheese at home. Don’t buy the pre-shredded or pre-grated stuff. It has stuff added to it to keep it from sticking together. That ‘stuff’ affects how the cheese melts. Shred it yourself and use the good stuff.

Geedel Rotary Cheese Grater, Kitchen Mandoline…
  • Makes Everything Simple : Just forget your bagged…
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Also try my Mexican cornbread salad and my quick fix shrimp tacos.

Quick Fix Taco Salads

Quick Taco Salads

Based on a recipe from Kraft
Unbelievably easy to make, these quick taco salads disappear really fast. Use whatever toppings you have on hand or enjoy. We kept them pretty simple.
5 from 1 vote
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 25 minutes
Course Main
Cuisine Mexican
Servings 4
Calories 726 kcal

Equipment

Ingredients
  

  • 1 pound ground beef
  • ½ small white onion chopped
  • 3 tablespoons Taco seasoning or 1 packet pre-made
  • 4 tortilla bowls pre-made taco salad bowls
  • 2-3 cups iceberg lettuce shredded
  • 1 cup sharp cheddar cheese shredded
  • 1 large tomato chopped
  • ÂĽ cup Ranch salad dressing

Instructions
 

  • Brown ground beef in a large skillet with the onion.
  • Drain and add the seasoning.
  • Stir, and cook over low heat 5-10 minutes, adding a bit of water if the mixture gets too dry.
  • Warm taco bowls per package instructions.
  • Spoon beef into the taco bowls.
  • Top with lettuce, cheese and tomato.
  • Drizzle with Ranch dressing and serve.

Notes

I love Ranch, but of course you can use your favorite salad dressing!

Nutrition

Calories: 726kcalCarbohydrates: 31gProtein: 31gFat: 52gSaturated Fat: 16gTrans Fat: 1gCholesterol: 115mgSodium: 738mgPotassium: 515mgFiber: 3gSugar: 3gVitamin A: 1025IUVitamin C: 9mgCalcium: 242mgIron: 10mg
Keyword quick fix, salad, taco
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