Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb ground beef
- 2 tbsp taco seasoning
- 6 cups chopped romaine lettuce
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
- ½ cup red onion, finely chopped
- 1 cup black beans, rinsed and drained
- 1 cup corn kernels
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- 1-2 sliced jalapeños (optional)
- 1 avocado, diced (optional)
- 1 cup tortilla chips, crushed
- ½ cup Catalina dressing
Instructions
- Brown ground beef over medium heat until cooked through. Drain excess fat.
- Stir in taco seasoning and simmer for 3-4 minutes.
- Chop and prepare lettuce, tomatoes, onion, beans, and corn.
- In a large bowl, combine the veggies and beans.
- Top with seasoned beef and shredded cheese.
- Drizzle Catalina dressing over the salad. Toss lightly if desired.
- Add crushed tortilla chips just before serving.
Notes
- For a vegetarian version, substitute beef with seasoned black beans or plant-based crumbles.
- Make homemade Catalina dressing for a fresher, customizable flavor.
- Add fresh lime juice for extra brightness.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Main Course / Salad
- Method: Stove-top / Assembly
- Cuisine: Tex-Mex
- Diet: Gluten Free
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4
- Calories: 420
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 700mg
- Fat: 25g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 22g
- Fiber: 7g
- Protein: 28g
- Cholesterol: 75mg