Crispy Beef Taco Salad
Seasoned ground beef and crispy tortilla strips tossed with fresh greens, tomatoes, and a lime-cilantro dressing. Crunchy, quick, and satisfying in under 20 minutes.
- Total time
- 18 min
- Servings
- 4
- Calories
- 385
- Protein
- 28g
Ingredients
- 1 lb ground beef
- 2 tbsp taco seasoning
- 1.5 cups tortilla strips (fried or baked)
- 6 cups romaine lettuce, chopped
- 1.5 cups cherry tomatoes, halved
- 1 whole lime (juiced)
- 3 tbsp olive oil
Instructions
- 1
Heat oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat until shimmering, about 90 seconds.
- 2
Add ground beef and cook, breaking apart with a spoon, until no pink remains, ~6 minutes.
- 3
Sprinkle taco seasoning over beef and stir to coat evenly. Remove from heat.
- 4
Combine romaine and tomatoes in a large bowl. Squeeze lime juice over top.
- 5
Add warm beef and tortilla strips to the salad. Toss to combine.
- 6
Divide among plates or bowls. Serve immediately while beef is warm.
Tools you’ll need
- 12-inch skillet
- wooden spoon or silicone spatula
- large mixing bowl
- cutting board
- chef's knife
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