Seven-Layer Taco Salad is the ultimate crowd-pleaser, perfect for a hearty meal or a festive gathering. This vibrant and flavorful salad layers all your favorite taco ingredients into a colorful and satisfying dish. With seasoned ground beef or turkey, creamy refried beans, zesty sour cream, and tangy guacamole, each bite delivers a delightful blend of textures and tastes. Topped with shredded lettuce, cheddar cheese, black olives, cherry tomatoes, and green onions, this salad is both visually appealing and delicious. Serve it with crunchy tortilla chips for an added touch of indulgence, and watch it quickly become a new favorite!
Ingredients:
1 lb ground beef or turkey
1 packet taco seasoning
1 can (16 oz) refried beans
1 cup sour cream
1 cup guacamole
1 cup salsa
2 cups shredded lettuce
1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
1/2 cup black olives, sliced
1/2 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
1/4 cup green onions, chopped
Tortilla chips (for serving)
Directions:
Cook the Meat:
In a skillet over medium heat, cook the ground beef or turkey until fully browned. Drain any excess fat.
Add the taco seasoning and follow the package instructions, adding water if necessary. Cook for another 5 minutes. Remove from heat and let it cool slightly.
Layer the Salad: In a large serving dish, spread the refried beans evenly as the bottom layer.
Top with the cooked taco meat as the second layer.
Spread sour cream over the meat, followed by a layer of guacamole and then salsa.
Add Fresh Toppings: Sprinkle the shredded lettuce evenly over the salsa layer, followed by the shredded cheddar cheese.
Top with sliced black olives, cherry tomatoes, and green onions.
Serve: Serve the seven-layer taco salad chilled or at room temperature, with tortilla chips on the side for dipping or scooping.
Prep Time: 15 minutes | Cooking Time: 10 minutes | Total Time: 25 minutes
Kcal: 350 kcal per serving | Servings: 6
