Seven Layer Taco Salad

Ingredients

  • 1 lb ground beef (or ground turkey)
  • 1 packet taco seasoning mix
  • 1 can (15 oz) refried beans
  • 1 cup sour cream
  • 1 cup guacamole
  • 1 cup salsa or pico de gallo
  • 2 cups shredded lettuce
  • 1 ½ cups shredded cheddar cheese (or Mexican blend)
  • 1 cup chopped tomatoes
  • ½ cup sliced black olives
  • ½ cup chopped green onions
  • Optional toppings: jalapeños, tortilla chips, cilantro

Instructions

  1. In a skillet, cook ground beef over medium heat until browned. Drain fat. Stir in taco seasoning and a little water. Cook until well mixed and set aside to cool.
  2. Spread refried beans evenly in the bottom of a large glass dish (trifle bowl or 9×13 pan works well).
  3. Layer sour cream over the beans.
  4. Spread guacamole over the sour cream.
  5. Add salsa or pico de gallo as the next layer.
  6. Sprinkle the cooled taco-seasoned beef evenly over salsa.
  7. Top with shredded lettuce, then cheese.
  8. Finish with tomatoes, black olives, and green onions.
  9. Chill for at least 30 minutes before serving for the flavors to meld.
  10. Serve with tortilla chips or as a side with tacos! 🌮

Would you like me to make this recipe a party-style layered dip (served with chips) or a meal-style salad (with more lettuce and crunchy tortilla strips)?

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