Description
Frito Taco Salad is a delightful and colorful dish that combines crunchy Fritos, savory ground beef, fresh vegetables, and zesty dressing. This easy-to-make salad is perfect for any occasion, whether it’s a summer picnic or a cozy family dinner. With its vibrant flavors and textures, this salad promises to impress everyone at the table. Dive into this flavor-packed adventure that will have your friends and family coming back for seconds!
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb lean ground beef
- 1 packet taco seasoning (about 1 oz)
- 3 cups Fritos corn chips
- 4 cups chopped lettuce (iceberg or romaine)
- 1 cup diced tomatoes (or halved cherry tomatoes)
- 1 cup shredded sharp cheddar cheese
- ½ cup sour cream
- 1 ripe avocado, sliced
- ½ cup salsa or ranch dressing
Instructions
- In a skillet over medium heat, brown the ground beef until fully cooked, stirring frequently. Add taco seasoning once browned and mix well.
- While the beef cooks, chop the lettuce and dice tomatoes. Combine them in a large bowl as your base.
- Once the beef is ready and slightly cooled, layer it on top of the lettuce mixture followed by generous amounts of Fritos for crunch.
- Sprinkle shredded cheddar cheese and sliced avocado over the top along with any additional toppings you desire.
- Drizzle your choice of salsa or ranch dressing over everything before gently tossing to combine.
- Serve immediately to maintain the crunchiness of the Fritos.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Salad
- Method: Cooking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (250g)
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 24g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 11g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 40g
- Fiber: 5g
- Protein: 18g
- Cholesterol: 70mg