Austin's Texas Taco Salad Recipe

Craving a taste of Austin's Restaurant in Reno/Lake Tahoe? This copycat recipe recreates their famous Texas Taco Salad, a delicious way to use leftover chili! This vibrant salad bursts with flavor, combining crunchy tortilla chips, juicy tomatoes, zesty olives, and creamy cheddar cheese atop a bed of crisp lettuce. A generous dollop of sour cream and fresh chives adds the perfect finishing touch. Get ready for a flavor explosion!

Prep Time 15 mins
Cook Time 30 mins
Calories 202.7 kcal
Protein 16g
Rating 5.0 (1 Reviews)
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Recipe adapted from Food.com. Standardized by Forktionary.

Ingredients for Austin's Texas Taco Salad

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How to Make Austin's Texas Taco Salad

  1. In a large salad bowl, combine the mixed greens.
  2. Add the warmed chili, sliced olives, crushed tortilla chips, diced tomatoes, and shredded cheddar cheese.
  3. Dollop 2 tablespoons of sour cream over the salad and sprinkle with 1 tablespoon of chives.
  4. In a small bowl, whisk together the ranch dressing and remaining 1 tablespoon of chives. Drizzle this mixture over the salad just before serving.
  5. Gently toss the salad to combine.
  6. Divide the salad among four plates.
  7. Top each serving with an additional dollop of sour cream and a sprinkle of chives.
  8. Serve immediately and enjoy!

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

21 g

Sugar

5g

Fat

41g

Carbs

3g

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