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Taco Salad with Ground Beef Recipe

A hearty vegan taco salad featuring plant-based ground “beef,” crisp lettuce, creamy dressing, and crunchy tortilla chips in every flavorful bite.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 25 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Calories: 310
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Salad:
  • Plant-based ground beef – 250 g
  • Olive oil – 1 tbsp
  • Taco seasoning – 1 tbsp
  • Romaine lettuce – 3 cups chopped
  • Cherry tomatoes – 1 cup halved
  • Corn kernels – ½ cup cooked
  • Black beans – ½ cup rinsed
  • Red onion – ¼ cup finely diced
  • Avocado – 1 sliced
  • Tortilla chips – 1 cup crushed
For the Dressing:
  • Vegan sour cream – 3 tbsp
  • Lime juice – 1 tbsp
  • Olive oil – 1 tsp
  • Chili powder – ½ tsp
  • Salt – ¼ tsp
  • Garlic powder – ¼ tsp

Method
 

  1. Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium heat.
  2. Add plant-based ground beef and cook for 5–6 minutes until browned.
  3. Stir in taco seasoning and cook for another minute.
  4. In a large bowl, combine lettuce, tomatoes, corn, black beans, and onion.
  5. Add cooked “beef” mixture and toss well.
  6. In a separate bowl, whisk all dressing ingredients until smooth.
  7. Pour dressing over salad and mix lightly.
  8. Top with avocado slices and crushed tortilla chips.
  9. Serve immediately while it’s fresh and crunchy.
  10. Add hot sauce if your personality demands extra heat.

Notes

Nutritional Values (Per Serving)

  • Calories: 310
  • Total Fat: 14 g
  • Saturated Fat: 2 g
  • Carbohydrates: 28 g
  • Fiber: 6 g
  • Protein: 16 g

Vitamins and Minerals (Per Serving)

  • Iron: 17%
  • Vitamin C: 22%
  • Calcium: 9%
  • Potassium: 12%
  • Magnesium: 10%

Additional Notes / Tips

  • Add jalapeños for an extra kick (and drama).
  • Swap tortilla chips for baked pita if you’re pretending to be healthy.
  • A drizzle of vegan cheese sauce turns this into full comfort food.
  • Use leftover filling for tacos or burrito bowls.
  • Tastes even better eaten straight from the mixing bowl—zero judgment.