Easy Beef Taco Salads

Gluten Free
Health score
16%
Easy Beef Taco Salads
25 min.
6
530kcal

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Are you looking for a quick and delicious meal that the whole family will love? Look no further than these Easy Beef Taco Salads! Ready in just 25 minutes, this gluten-free recipe is perfect for busy weeknights or casual gatherings. With a delightful combination of seasoned ground beef, black beans, and fresh romaine lettuce, each bite is a burst of flavor that will satisfy your cravings.

What makes this dish even more appealing is its versatility. Whether you’re serving it as a main course, a hearty lunch, or a side dish, these taco salads are sure to impress. The creamy dressing, made with sour cream and zesty salsa, adds a rich and tangy finish that perfectly complements the savory beef and crunchy toppings. Plus, the addition of shredded Cheddar cheese and fresh tomatoes brings a delightful freshness to the mix.

And let’s not forget about the fun factor! Serve these salads with crispy tortilla chips for an extra crunch that everyone will enjoy. With a caloric breakdown that balances protein, fat, and carbs, you can indulge in this tasty meal without any guilt. So gather your ingredients, and get ready to whip up a colorful and satisfying dish that’s as easy to make as it is to eat!

Ingredients

  • 15 oz black beans rinsed drained canned
  • lb ground beef 
  • 10 oz romaine leaves 
  • 0.5 cup salsa thick
  • oz cheddar cheese shredded
  • 0.5 cup cream sour
  • oz taco seasoning 
  • medium tomatoes chopped
  • servings tortilla chips 

Equipment

  • bowl
  • frying pan

Directions

  1. In small bowl, mix sour cream, salsa and 2 teaspoons of the taco seasoning mix; refrigerate while making salad.
  2. In 10-inch nonstick skillet, cook beef over medium-high heat 5 to 7 minutes, stirring frequently, until thoroughly cooked; drain. Stir in remaining taco seasoning mix and water called for on seasoning mix package. Cook as directed on seasoning mix package.
  3. Divide lettuce among 6 dinner plates. Top each with beef, beans, cheese and tomato.
  4. Drizzle with dressing.
  5. Serve with tortilla chips.

Nutrition Facts

Calories530kcal
Protein18.71%
Fat52.63%
Carbs28.66%

Properties

Glycemic Index
10.83
Glycemic Load
0.33
Inflammation Score
-10
Nutrition Score
23.119130331537%

Flavonoids

Naringenin
0.14mg
Kaempferol
0.02mg
Myricetin
0.03mg
Quercetin
0.12mg

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:529.68kcal
26.48%
Fat:31.35g
48.23%
Saturated Fat:12.22g
76.35%
Carbohydrates:38.4g
12.8%
Net Carbohydrates:30.01g
10.91%
Sugar:3.66g
4.06%
Cholesterol:83.88mg
27.96%
Sodium:1081.79mg
47.03%
Alcohol:0g
100%
Alcohol %:0%
100%
Protein:25.08g
50.16%
Vitamin A:4528.8IU
90.58%
Phosphorus:385.67mg
38.57%
Fiber:8.4g
33.6%
Zinc:4.86mg
32.39%
Vitamin B12:1.86µg
30.97%
Selenium:20.03µg
28.61%
Calcium:246.2mg
24.62%
Iron:4.17mg
23.18%
Vitamin B2:0.39mg
22.95%
Vitamin B6:0.46mg
22.8%
Vitamin B3:4.45mg
22.25%
Potassium:708.03mg
20.23%
Magnesium:79.84mg
19.96%
Folate:78.9µg
19.73%
Vitamin C:15.94mg
19.32%
Manganese:0.37mg
18.31%
Vitamin B1:0.24mg
16.18%
Vitamin E:2.03mg
13.53%
Copper:0.25mg
12.26%
Vitamin B5:1.05mg
10.46%
Vitamin K:10.48µg
9.98%
Vitamin D:0.19µg
1.26%