Enjoy a flavorful Tex-Mex Taco Salad Bowl, packed with seasoned ground beef, beans, cheese, and crunchy toppings. It’s a satisfying and protein-rich meal perfect for lunch or dinner.
Author:Jen Rwanda
Prep Time:15 minutes
Cook Time:10 minutes
Total Time:25 minutes
Yield:4 servings
Category:Main Course
Method:Stovetop
Cuisine:Tex-Mex
Diet:Vegetarian
Ingredients
Scale
1 pound ground beef
1 tablespoon olive oil
1 packet taco seasoning
1/2 cup water
1 (15 ounce) can black beans, rinsed and drained
1 (15 ounce) can kidney beans, rinsed and drained
1 head romaine lettuce, chopped
1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
1/2 cup chopped red onion
1/2 cup sliced black olives
1/4 cup chopped fresh cilantro
1/4 cup sour cream (optional)
1/4 cup salsa (optional)
Tortilla chips or strips for serving
Instructions
Cook ground beef in olive oil over medium heat until browned. Drain excess fat.
Stir in taco seasoning and water. Simmer for 5 minutes, or until sauce thickens.
In a large bowl, combine lettuce, black beans, kidney beans, cheddar cheese, tomatoes, red onion, and black olives.
Add the seasoned ground beef mixture.
Toss gently to combine.
Top with cilantro, sour cream, and salsa if desired.
Serve with tortilla chips or strips.
Notes
For a spicier kick, add a pinch of cayenne pepper or chopped jalapeƱos to the ground beef mixture.
You can substitute ground turkey or chicken for ground beef.
Feel free to add other favorite taco toppings like corn, avocado, or bell peppers.