Nostalgic Crunch: Frito Taco Salad with Catalina Dressing
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Nostalgic Crunch: Frito Taco Salad with Catalina Dressing
Description
The salad starts by browning and seasoning ground beef with taco mix, then letting it simmer until fully cooked. Fresh vegetables and cheddar cheese are tossed with crunchy corn chips, then combined with the cooled seasoned meat and a dressing made by mixing Catalina salad dressing with salsa. This combination delivers a mix of textures and a balance of savory beef and tangy-sweet dressing flavors.
Because the salad loses its crispness quickly once dressed, it is best served right after tossing. The combination of ingredients makes it suitable as a main dish or a hearty side. Optional sliced black olives provide a subtle briny contrast to the other flavors.
For best results, store the cooked beef, salad mix, and dressing separately if not eating all at once, then combine portions just before serving to keep the chips crunchy and the salad fresh.
Ingredients
- 1 pound ground beef
- 1 package taco seasoning mix
- 1/2 head lettuce shredded
- 1/2 cup tomato chopped
- 1/4 cup red onion diced
- 1/2 cup cheddar cheese shredded
- 1 cup corn chips brand Frito
- 1/4 cup Catalina dressing or french dressing
- 1/4 cup salsa
- olives optional, sliced
Instructions
- In a skillet over medium heat, brown the ground beef. When the beef is almost browned, drain the fat, and add the taco seasoning mix along with the amount of water recommended on the package. Let the meat simmer until fully cooked. Remove from the heat and allow the meat to cool slightly.
- In a mixing bowl, toss together the lettuce, tomatoes, red onions, shredded cheddar cheese, and corn chips.
- In a small bowl, combine the salad dressing and the salsa. Mix well.
- Add the salad dressing and the prepared beef to the salad and toss. Garnish with sliced black olives, if desired. Serve immediately.
Notes
- Prepare the ground beef, salad ingredients, and dressing separately if not serving immediately to preserve crispness.
- Combine beef, dressing, and salad mix only when ready to eat for best texture.
Nutrition Information
Show DetailsNutrition Facts
Serving: 8Serving
Amount Per Serving
Calories 266 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Calories | 266kcal | 13% |
| Carbohydrates | 12g | 4% |
| Protein | 12g | 24% |
| Fat | 18g | 28% |
| Saturated Fat | 6g | 30% |
| Cholesterol | 47mg | 16% |
| Sodium | 649mg | 27% |
| Potassium | 287mg | 6% |
| Fiber | 2g | 8% |
| Sugar | 3g | 6% |
| Vitamin A | 705IU | 14% |
| Vitamin C | 4.9mg | 5% |
| Calcium | 92mg | 9% |
| Iron | 1.9mg | 11% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
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