Quick Taco Salad Recipe (2024)

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Favour5

Rating: 5 stars

10/11/2014

YUMMY!

Quick Taco Salad Recipe (2)

Leighbee1934

Rating: 5 stars

07/17/2014

Super easy and fast. Crowd pleaser for sure!! :)

Quick Taco Salad Recipe (3)

Kristineksw

Rating: 5 stars

06/23/2014

I used Jimmie Dean precooked turkey sausage and added kidney beans to the salad. Very good! This made it even healthier and easier.

Quick Taco Salad Recipe (4)

gemdomer

Rating: 5 stars

05/07/2012

Delicious and really fast! I left out the green onion and added avocado and a little bit of ranch dressing. The ground beef mixture would be good on nachos too.

Quick Taco Salad Recipe (5)

katiesobba

Rating: 5 stars

07/10/2011

I LOVE this recipe! The only thing I changed was I used ground turkey instead of beef and 1 1/2 cups salsa instead of 2 cups. It had great flavor and we will be making it again! Yum

Quick Taco Salad Recipe (6)

maddypotpie

Rating: 5 stars

05/20/2011

Nom nom nom! I used ground turkey and full fat cheese (the reduced fat stuff tastes like plastic to me). This recipe is perfect because it cooks up so quickly and it is easily adjusted to suit your tastes.

Quick Taco Salad Recipe (7)

chunky

Rating: 5 stars

11/10/2010

Fantastic!! Will make again! I used extra spicy salsa! I loved how hearty it was and the extra sharp cheddar made it amazing!

Quick Taco Salad Recipe (8)

Kuulei

Rating: 4 stars

09/22/2010

This meal is very light, yet super in taste! I used butter leaf lettuce as a shell rather than the traditional taco shell.

Quick Taco Salad Recipe (9)

Zoesmom

Rating: 5 stars

09/15/2010

Echo the comments of other reviewers. Super simple and super tasty. I used fresh salsa and it added a great taste. I can see changing it up with other ingredients in the future. Definitely a keeper.

Quick Taco Salad Recipe (10)

ttu1995

Rating: 5 stars

09/12/2010

LOVED this. It also made great leftovers. Super easy. We used turkey instead of ground round to make it even more healthy and I actually mixed fresh spinach with fresh romaine for added nutrition also. I cooked the turkey with some kosher salt, pepper and garlic powder. This is a keeper for sure.!

Quick Taco Salad Recipe (11)

cathpdx

Rating: 5 stars

09/09/2010

We really enjoyed this. I made some substitutions based on what I had on hand, and also some additions based on other reviews: ground beef, black beans, chipolte chili powder (a big dash), yellow tomato, black olives and Trader Joe's veggie & flax tortilla chips. This bumped up the calories/fat a bit, but it was a great combination. We'll definately make this again.

Quick Taco Salad Recipe (12)

slausier

Rating: 5 stars

08/30/2010

I thought this was a very quick and easy recipe. To make this healthier, I substituted the ground beef for turkey and used non-fat cheese. I also added about 1/2 cup of diced onions along with the green pepper. My family loved it! Will definitely make this again!

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jameyadams

Rating: 5 stars

08/02/2010

Quick and easy to make. One of the better taco salads I've tried in terms of taste and ease of prep!

Quick Taco Salad Recipe (14)

MyRecipes Member

Rating: 5 stars

05/11/2010

Very quick meal. Great flavors.

Quick Taco Salad Recipe (15)

naturalgal

Rating: 5 stars

05/09/2010

Excellent - had for dinner tonight, added refried beans with onions, green bell peppers, olives, salsa on the side, it was delicious! Will make again. :o)

Quick Taco Salad Recipe (16)

Hope123

Rating: 5 stars

05/04/2010

My husband and I both thought this taco salad was great. I substituted ground pork instead of ground turkey and added the black beans to the meat mixture that other had suggested. I also used medium black bean and corn salsa. Fantastic! We are definitely adding this to our rotating list of recipes!

Quick Taco Salad Recipe (17)

lisabeth

Rating: 5 stars

05/01/2010

I have made this for years. My kids and husband love it. Like others I add black beans and olives. I also add a little non fat yogurt and a little less salsa to lighten up the dressing.

Quick Taco Salad Recipe (18)

rachLITH

Rating: 5 stars

04/27/2010

Fantastic - definitely will be in my everyday recipe collection. I added a little chipolte chili powder at the end of cooking the topping. And I also added a can of rinsed drained black beans. Additional toppings - LF sour cream and diced avocado.

Quick Taco Salad Recipe (19)

MaryJoWakefield

Rating: 5 stars

04/27/2010

We love this recipe. One of our favorites.

Quick Taco Salad Recipe (20)

BosBruin5

Rating: 5 stars

08/25/2009

This was so easy and everyone (even my picky kids) loved it. I added a can of black beans to the meat mixture and some avacado and fat-free sour cream on top. I also used ground turkey, which worked out well. Very simple, tastes great, and everyone got their veggie servings!

Quick Taco Salad Recipe (21)

Cristy

Rating: 5 stars

08/04/2009

It is so easy, I couldn't believe it could be so good. I used ground sirloin..only b/c I couldn't find ground turkey. My husband loved it, we are eating the leftovers tonight. I did add a few more toppings...sour cream, hot sauce, and jalapenos.

Quick Taco Salad Recipe (22)

coffeygirl

Rating: 5 stars

06/16/2009

I have been making this recipe since the magazine article was released in 1999! I still have the magazine, but good to know you can get the recipe online now. Instead of ground round as the recipe calls for, I often use ground turkey which turns out well and even healthier for you. I did like the reviewers suggestion about using black beans. Can't hurt to add even more protein to this already great recipe.

Quick Taco Salad Recipe (23)

lutzflcat

Rating: 5 stars

05/08/2009

It just doesn't get much easier than this and any better, either. This is a delicious go-to meal for any day of the week. A good addition to this recipe is a can of non-drained black beans and a topping of sour cream. Double the batch, freeze what's left, and then all you need to do for a quick weeknight meal is thaw and reheat in the micro. We really enjoy this recipe.

Quick Taco Salad Recipe (2024)

FAQs

What fast food makes a taco salad? ›

The Taco John's Taco Salad gives you the best of both worlds with crisp lettuce, cheddar cheese, salsa, tomatoes, and sour cream. You get 100% American beef (or can upgrade to grilled chicken or crunchy chicken) and your choice of dressing. We throw them all together in a crunchy tortilla bowl.

What is one serving of taco salad? ›

Nutrition Facts
Serving Size 2 cups (401g)6 servings per container
Trans Fat 0g
Cholesterol 55mg18%
Sodium 710mg31%
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Why was the taco salad discontinued? ›

One alleged reason for the discontinuation, beyond the chain's pandemic-related menu streamlining, was that the taco shell bowls for these salads had to be fried in the morning and went stale by the late afternoon.

What is on Wendy's taco salad? ›

Try our freshly made salads with our hearty lettuce blend to find your favorite: Taco Salad: Looking for extra crunch and spice? It's Taco Salad time! This fan-favorite is made fresh daily with crunchy romaine lettuce, shredded cheddar, tomatoes, salsa, sour cream, tortilla chips, and our famous chili.

What is taco salad made of? ›

Ingredients. The salad is served with a fried flour tortilla shell stuffed with shredded iceberg lettuce and topped with diced tomatoes, shredded Cheddar cheese, sour cream, guacamole, and salsa. The salad is topped with taco meat (ground beef), seasoned shredded chicken or beans and/or Spanish rice for vegetarians.

What is the proper way to eat a taco salad? ›

It's best to use a fork to eat a taco salad, as it allows you to easily scoop up all the different components of the salad in each bite.

Why is taco salad good for you? ›

Enjoying a taco salad can provide various health benefits. This includes increased vegetable intake, protein for muscle growth and repair, low-calorie and high fiber to help feel full, and various flavors that can help prevent boredom with your diet.

How many tacos is enough for 1 person? ›

You can feed between 2.5 to 3 people with one pound of meat. This estimate assumes that each person will eat two tacos, except children, who are counted as 0.5 of an adult and will have one taco.

How many tacos can 1 person eat? ›

Here are some of the more frequently asked questions: How many tacos do you serve per person? Our taco algorithms show that people will eat approximately 4-5 tacos. Keep in mind that some will eat less, and some will eat more, but it will average out to approximately 4-5 tacos per person.

Why are taco salad so high in calories? ›

Worst: Taco Salad

That's because they start with a deep-fried tortilla shell. That “bowl” alone can have nearly 400 calories and 22 grams of fat. Then it's filled with oversized portions of ground beef, cheese, sour cream, and guacamole. This salad can weigh in at 800 calories or more!

Why did Taco Bell take the taco salad off their menu? ›

Taco Bell constantly revamps its menu to keep things fresh and exciting for its customers. The decision to stop making taco salads was part of this ongoing process of innovation and adaptation. Essentially, Taco Bell aims to introduce new flavors and experiences, sometimes at the cost of older menu items.

How much is a taco salad at Wendy's? ›

Whether you're an old school fan or trying it for the first time, you can go grab Wendy's Taco Salad for $5.99* for a full-sized entrée salad or $3.99* for a half-sized salad. *Recommended Pricing. Pricing may vary. The Wendy's Company (NASDAQ: WEN) is the world's third largest quick-service hamburger restaurant chain.

Does Taco Bell still make a taco salad? ›

People all over the world are upset over the fact that Taco Bell, (without reason) discontinued the delicious Fiesta Taco Salad.

Does Chipotle have taco salads? ›

We have listened closely to your direct and indirect feedback and are we're thrilled to introduce our Chipotle Taco Salad!

Did Wendy's ever have a taco salad? ›

The history of Wendy's taco salad

While widely known for serving up hamburgers made with fresh, never-frozen beef, the eatery veered in a different direction in 1982 when it added a taco salad to the menu.

What fast food chain makes the best salad? ›

Chick-fil-A has the best salads overall. But Wendy's gives you the best value. With all of that said, these things are healthier than most fast food options. But that doesn't automatically make them truly healthy -- especially when you have the fried chicken nuggets and ranch dressing involved.

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