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Layered Beef Taco Salad Recipe

Layered Beef Taco Salad Recipe
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A delightful layered beef taco salad that combines savory ground beef, fresh veggies, and crunchy tortilla chips, perfect for any occasion.

Ingredients

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  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 1 pound lean ground beef (85% lean)
  • 1 medium/large red bell pepper, seeded and diced small
  • one 16-ounce can refried beans (fat-free)
  • 1 (1.25 ounce) packet taco seasoning (reduced sodium, medium heat)
  • 15 corn tortilla chips or Doritos, whole and intact
  • 3 cups shredded cheese (Mexican cheese blend)
  • 2 cups chopped romaine lettuce
  • 1 cup lightly crushed/broken tortilla chips or Doritos
  • 1 roma tomato, diced small

Instructions

  1. To a large skillet, add the olive oil, beef, red pepper, and cook over medium-high heat for about 5 minutes, or until beef is cooked through; stir and crumble beef as it cooks.
  2. Add the refried beans and stir to combine.
  3. Add the taco seasoning and stir to combine. Turn off the heat; set pan aside.
  4. To a 3-quart casserole dish or 9×13-inch pan, add approximately 15 tortilla chips to create a base layer of chips.
  5. Evenly add the beef and bean mixture over the top of the chips.
  6. Evenly sprinkle with 2 cups of the cheese.
  7. Evenly sprinkle with the romaine lettuce, the remaining 1 cup cheese, 1 cup lightly crushed/broken tortilla chips, and the tomatoes.
  8. Serve immediately.

Notes

  • Adjust the number of tortilla chips based on the size of your dish.
  • Feel free to use different types of cheese as per your preference.
  • This salad is best served fresh to maintain the crunch of the chips.

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