Always a crowd favorite, this Taco Salad recipe is topped with tomatoes, corn, beans, taco meat, onions, cheese, and easy-to-make creamy salsa dressing.
Brown the ground beef over medium-high heat and drain the excess grease. Add taco seasoning and water and simmer for 3-4 minutes until thickened.
Creamy Salsa Dressing
Mix together salsa, sour cream, mayonnaise, and powdered ranch dressing mix. Cover and store in the refrigerator until ready to use.
Taco Salad
Layer romaine lettuce, diced tomatoes, corn kernels, taco meat, black beans, shredded cheese, and black olives.
Top with crushed Doritos, chopped cilantro, minced onions, cotija cheese, and creamy salsa dressing.
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Notes
To prepare ahead of time, layer salad ingredients but wait to add warmed taco meat (can be served cold as well), crushed Doritos, creamy salsa dressing before serving.