Description
Frito Taco Salad is a vibrant and flavorful dish that combines crunchy Fritos, seasoned meat, fresh vegetables, and creamy dressing in one bowl. Perfect for summer cookouts or cozy game nights, this salad is a crowd-pleaser that brings everyone together. With its delightful textures and rich flavors, it’s sure to become a favorite at any gathering.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 cups Fritos Corn Chips
- 1 lb ground beef or turkey
- 1 packet taco seasoning (1 oz)
- 4 cups shredded lettuce
- 1 cup diced tomatoes
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- 1/2 cup sour cream or Greek yogurt
- 1/4 cup sliced jalapeños (optional)
- 1 ripe avocado (optional)
Instructions
- 1. Cook the Meat: In a skillet over medium heat, brown the ground beef until fully cooked. Drain excess fat and stir in the taco seasoning as per package instructions.
- 2. Prepare the Base: While the meat is cooking, chop the lettuce and dice the tomatoes. Place them at the bottom of a large serving bowl.
- 3. Layer Ingredients: Once the meat is ready, layer it over the lettuce and tomatoes.
- 4. Add Toppings: Sprinkle shredded cheese and jalapeños on top.
- 5. Finish with Crunch: Just before serving, crush Fritos over everything and add sour cream or Greek yogurt.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Skillet
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl (approximately 300g)
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 780mg
- Fat: 24g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 34g
- Fiber: 5g
- Protein: 22g
- Cholesterol: 65mg