Seven Layer Taco Salad

 

🌟 Seven-Layer Taco Salad

Servings: 10–12

Prep Time: 20 minutes

Chill Time: 1 hour (optional for best flavor)

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🥣 Ingredients:

Layer 1 – Lettuce:

1 head iceberg lettuce, chopped (or 6 cups romaine)

Layer 2 – Ground Beef:

1 lb ground beef

1 packet taco seasoning

2/3 cup water

Layer 3 – Beans:

1 can (15 oz) black beans or pinto beans, drained and rinsed

(or refried beans for a creamy texture)

Layer 4 – Tomatoes:

2 medium tomatoes, diced (or 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved)

Layer 5 – Cheese:

1 to 1½ cups shredded cheddar or Mexican blend cheese

Layer 6 – Sour Cream Mix:

1 cup sour cream

1/2 cup mayonnaise

1 tbsp taco seasoning or ranch dressing mix (optional)

Layer 7 – Toppings:

1/2 cup sliced black olives

1/2 cup chopped green onions

Optional: 1 avocado (diced), jalapeños, crushed Doritos or tortilla chips

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👩‍🍳 Directions:

1. Cook the beef:

In a skillet, cook ground beef over medium heat until browned. Drain excess fat, then stir in taco seasoning and water. Simmer for 5–7 minutes. Let cool slightly.

2. Prep dressing (Layer 6):

In a bowl, mix sour cream, mayonnaise, and taco seasoning (or ranch powder). Set aside.

3. Layer the salad (in a trifle dish, deep bowl, or 9x13 pan):

Start from the bottom:

Lettuce

Seasoned ground beef

Beans

Tomatoes

Cheese

Sour cream mix (spread gently)

Top with olives, green onions, avocado, and crushed chips if using

4. Chill (optional):

Cover and refrigerate for 1 hour for the flavors to meld.