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Taco Salad with Catalina Dressing

Delicious Taco Salad with Catalina Dressing in 30 Minutes

This Taco Salad with Catalina Dressing is a vibrant and quick meal that delights both the eyes and taste buds.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: high protein salads
Cuisine: Mexican
Calories: 450
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Meat
  • 1 pound lean ground beef use grass-fed
  • 1 packet taco seasoning choose your favorite brand
For the Salad
  • 1 cup cherry tomatoes halved
  • 1 cup black beans drained and rinsed
  • 1 cup corn kernels fresh or canned
  • 1 cup chopped romaine lettuce
  • 1 medium avocado diced
  • 1 cup shredded cheese cheddar or Mexican blend
For the Dressing and Topping
  • 1 cup Catalina dressing drizzled just before serving
  • tortilla chips add to taste

Equipment

  • large skillet
  • large serving bowl
  • Spatula

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. In a large skillet, heat over medium heat and add the ground beef. Cook until browned, about 7-10 minutes.
  2. Stir in taco seasoning and mix thoroughly, simmering for an additional 2-3 minutes.
  3. In a large serving bowl, combine cherry tomatoes, black beans, corn kernels, and chopped romaine lettuce.
  4. Gently fold in diced avocado and shredded cheese.
  5. Drizzle Catalina dressing over the salad and toss lightly to coat.
  6. Serve with tortilla chips on top or on the side.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 450kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 30gFat: 25gSaturated Fat: 10gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 15gCholesterol: 80mgSodium: 800mgPotassium: 600mgFiber: 8gSugar: 3gVitamin A: 1200IUVitamin C: 25mgCalcium: 200mgIron: 3mg

Notes

For a vegetarian option, substitute ground beef with beans. Assemble the salad right before serving for freshness.

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