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Salad, Party Food, Taco Salad

Seven-Layer Taco Salad


  • Author: Claire
  • Total Time: 27 minute
  • Yield: Serves approximately 6

Description

Seven-Layer Taco Salad is the ultimate showstopper for any gathering, combining vibrant colors and rich flavors into a single dish. This quick and easy recipe takes just 15 minutes to prepare, making it perfect for parties, potlucks, or family dinners. Each layer showcases delicious ingredients like refried beans or ground beef, seasoned sour cream, fresh veggies, and zesty salsa, ensuring every bite is a delightful explosion of taste. With customizable options to suit various dietary preferences, this salad not only pleases the palate but also serves as a stunning centerpiece on your table. Serve it with tortilla chips for extra crunch and watch as your guests rave about this festive salad!


Ingredients

Scale
  • 1 can refried beans or 1 lb ground beef
  • 1 cup sour cream
  • 1 cup salsa
  • 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
  • 1 cup shredded lettuce
  • 1/2 cup diced tomatoes
  • 1/2 cup sliced black olives
  • 1/4 cup chopped green onions

Instructions

  1. In a small bowl, mix sour cream with ground cumin, garlic powder, salt, and black pepper until smooth.
  2. Spread refried beans or cooked ground beef evenly in a 9×13 inch dish.
  3. Layer the seasoned sour cream over the base.
  4. Carefully spread salsa over the sour cream layer.
  5. Sprinkle shredded cheddar cheese on top of the salsa.
  6. Add an even layer of shredded lettuce.
  7. Top with diced tomatoes for color and flavor.
  8. Finish with sliced olives and chopped green onions for garnish.
  9. Serve immediately with tortilla chips.
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: None
  • Category: Party Food
  • Method: Layering
  • Cuisine: Mexican

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 cup (200g)
  • Calories: 360
  • Sugar: 3g
  • Sodium: 670mg
  • Fat: 22g
  • Saturated Fat: 10g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 10g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 25g
  • Fiber: 6g
  • Protein: 14g
  • Cholesterol: 50mg

Keywords: Use fresh veggies for the best flavor and texture. Allow the salad to chill before serving to meld flavors together. Customize layers by adding ingredients like corn or jalapeños based on your preference.