Aimee's Specialty Taco Salad Recipe

Craving a taco salad that's bursting with flavor and freshness? Look no further! Aimee's famous Taco Salad recipe is a family favorite, so good that it's practically legendary. This isn't your average taco salad; it's a vibrant mix of textures and tastes that will leave you wanting more. Get ready to experience the magic!

Prep Time 20 mins
Cook Time 40 mins
Calories 712.3 kcal
Protein 46g
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Ingredients for Aimee's Specialty Taco Salad

  • 1 pound lean ground beef
  • 1 (1.25 ounce) package taco seasoning mix
  • Ranch Style Beans (not used in recipe)
  • Catalina Dressing (not used in recipe)
  • Iceberg Lettuce (not used in recipe, recipe uses romaine lettuce)
  • Fritos brand corn chips, crushed
  • 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
  • 2 medium tomatoes, diced
  • 1 (15 ounce) can whole kernel corn, drained
  • 1/2 cup chopped red onion
  • Hot Sauce
  • Sour Cream
  • 1/2 cup guacamole

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How to Make Aimee's Specialty Taco Salad

  1. Wash and tear 1 large head of romaine lettuce.
  2. Refrigerate lettuce until ready to use.
  3. Brown 1 lb ground beef in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Drain off excess grease.
  4. Stir in 1 packet taco seasoning. Cook according to package directions.
  5. Remove from heat and let cool completely.
  6. In a large bowl, combine the cooled ground beef, 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese, 1 (15-ounce) can black beans (rinsed and drained), 1 (15-ounce) can corn (drained), 1 red bell pepper (diced), 1/2 cup chopped red onion, and the chilled lettuce.
  7. Gently toss to combine.
  8. Serve immediately with your favorite toppings: hot sauce, sour cream, guacamole (about 1/2 cup), and diced tomatoes (optional).

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

38 g

Sugar

51g

Fat

64g

Carbs

14g

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Frequently Asked Questions

How long does it take to make Aimee's Specialty Taco Salad?

Aimee's Specialty Taco Salad takes about 60 minutes from start to finish — roughly 20 minutes to prepare and 40 minutes to cook.

How many calories are in Aimee's Specialty Taco Salad?

Aimee's Specialty Taco Salad has approximately 712.3 calories per serving, with about 46 g protein, 14 g carbohydrates and 78 g fat.

What ingredients do I need for Aimee's Specialty Taco Salad?

The key ingredients for Aimee's Specialty Taco Salad are Lean Ground Beef, Taco Seasoning Mix, Ranch Style Beans, Catalina Dressing, Iceberg Lettuce, Fritos Corn Chips. See the full list with measurements above.

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