Ingredients for Trash Bag Taco Salad
- 1 lb ground beef
- 1 (1 ounce) packet taco seasoning mix
- 1 large head lettuce, torn or shredded
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- 1 cup chopped tomatoes
- 1/2 cup chopped red onion
- 1 (6 ounce) can sliced black olives, drained
- 1 (15 ounce) can black beans, rinsed and drained
- 1 (10 ounce) bag corn chips, crushed
- 1 (16 ounce) bottle Catalina dressing
- 1 cup salsa
- 1 cup water
- 1 (15 ounce) can whole kernel corn, drained
- 1/2 cup chopped cilantro
- 1 (1 ounce) packet ranch seasoning mix
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How to Make Trash Bag Taco Salad
- Brown 1 lb ground beef in a large skillet over medium-high heat, breaking it up with a spoon. Drain off any excess grease.
- Add 1 packet taco seasoning and 1 cup water to the browned beef. Simmer according to package directions, usually about 5-7 minutes, until heated through and slightly thickened.
- Remove from heat and let cool completely. This is crucial to prevent the salad from becoming soggy.
- In a large, heavy-duty plastic bag (gallon size or larger), combine the cooled beef mixture with the following ingredients: 1 (15 ounce) can black beans, rinsed and drained; 1 (15 ounce) can corn, drained; 1 cup chopped tomatoes; 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese; 1/2 cup chopped red onion; 1/2 cup chopped cilantro; 1 (1 ounce) packet ranch seasoning mix.
- Seal the bag tightly and toss gently to combine all ingredients. If making ahead, refrigerate until ready to serve. For best results, serve chilled.
Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)
Sodium
16 g
Sugar
12g
Fat
24g
Carbs
4g
