This easy taco salad recipe is packed with flavor and super easy to whip up. They are also a low-carb and high protein meal that is perfect for meal prepping!
As for any taco recipe, the toppings are the best part, so be sure to make some super easy guacamole or authentic pico de gallo along with this recipe!
A big thank you to Darigold for sponsoring this recipe.
How to make a taco salad
- Since this taco salad bowl recipe comes together so fast, you’ll want to chop your toppings ahead of time and set them aside.
- I like to cook my ground beef in a cast iron skillet because it helps bring out so many flavors. Once you’ve got your spices mixed in, remove the taco meat from the burner.
- Now build your taco bowl with the meat, shredded Darigold cheese, lettuce, and your choice of toppings. Then lastly, add your Darigold sour cream. Most people just dollop it on, but I like to place my sour cream into a pastry bag and drizzle it on top for an easy and quick kitchen hack.
Ingredients for taco salad bowls
- Ground beef is a must, but you can swap it for chicken as well.
- spices– you can also buy a pre-made mix if you’d like.
- Toppings– this is all optional since people like their taco bowls more or less spicy.
Taco toppings
- Sour cream
- queso fresco
- guacamole or avocado
- pico de gallo
- corn salsa
- shredded cheese
- salsa
- cilantro
- red onion
- salsa verde
Different types of meat for a taco salad bowl
- beef, grounded
- grilled flank steak
- shredded chicken (thighs or breast)
- grilled chicken
- Pork (usually shredded)
- shrimp, grilled or pan seared
Watch How to make taco salad bowls here:
Taco Salad Recipe
This easy taco salad recipe is packed with flavor and super easy to whip up. They are also a low-carb and high protein meal that is perfect for meal prepping!
Print Pin Rate Servings: 4 bowls
Calories: 330kcal
Ingredients
Instructions
- heat 1 tablespoon of olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add 1 minced garlic clove to the skillet and stir until it becomes fragrant (about 1 minute)
- Now turn the heat up to medium high and add 1 lb of ground beef in. Using a wooden spoon break up the beef and stir it until fully cooked.
- Then add 1 tbsp Chili powder, 1/2 tsp Paprika, 1 1/2 tsp Cumin, 1 tsp salt, and 1/4 tsp black pepper. Now mix all the ingredients together for another few minutes.
- Begin making the taco bowl by shredding up some medium cheddar cheese, The shredded iceberg lettuce, and the cooked ground beef. Now too it with Some sliced avocado, Jalapeño, salsa, shredded cheese, sour cream, and chopped cilantro.
Nutrition
Serving: 1g | Calories: 330kcal | Carbohydrates: 2g | Protein: 20g | Fat: 27g | Saturated Fat: 9g | Cholesterol: 81mg | Sodium: 692mg | Potassium: 359mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 1g | Vitamin A: 735IU | Vitamin C: 0.2mg | Calcium: 34mg | Iron: 3.1mg
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Hi, I’m Dina, so glad you stopped by! I believe life is too short for bad coffee and boring meals. With my easy to follow step-by-step recipes, you’ll be surprised at how quickly a wholesome and delicious meal can come together. I hope you find something you enjoy!
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Michele says
This has become my go-to recipe for quick, low carb lunches. It’s easy to make and tastes so delicious. I especially love that it’s Keto friendly! Great recipe, thanks!
simplyhomecooked says
Thank you for the awesome recipe review, Michele! I love making this for meal-prep. My favorite part is that it comes together so quickly.
Adzuira says
Hi, I just made this and it tastes awesome!
We added onion and bell pepper with the garlic, just before adding the meat.
Also, we added cilantro and we used chipotle sauce and took your advice with the tortilla strips for a more Mexican style.
simplyhomecooked says
That sounds so delicious Adzuira! I am happy that you loved this taco salad recipe 🙂
Carina says
Delicious!!!!!!!!!!!!!
simplyhomecooked says
Thank you Carina! I’m happy you loved this taco salad recipe 🙂
Kat says
My kids absolutely LOVE any type of diy meals and these taco salad bowls looks like they will be a hit with my family. Definitely pinning to try!
simplyhomecooked says
Hi Kat, I couldn’t agree more! I hope your kids enjoy this taco salad recipe 🙂
Julia says
I’ve always been such a huge fan of taco salad. Will be putting your recipe on the menu asap. Kids will be so excited!
simplyhomecooked says
Thank you, Julia 🙂 I hope your family enjoys the taco salad!
Marina says
Get in my belly Taco Salad 😀 This looks like such a delicious dinner idea!
simplyhomecooked says
Thank you, Marina! We can’t get enough if this taco salad!