Southwestern Taco Salad Recipes

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SOUTHWESTERN CHICKEN TACO SALAD



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Dinner in 30 minutes is a breeze when you start with cooked and seasoned chicken breast strips from the freezer.

Provided by By Betty Crocker Kitchens

Categories     Entree

Time 25m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 9

1/2 cup Old El Paso™ Thick 'n Chunky salsa
1/2 cup sour cream
1 bag (10 oz) romaine and leaf lettuce blend
1 cup shredded Mexican cheese blend (4 oz)
1 1/2 packages (9 oz each) frozen cooked southwestern-seasoned chicken breast strips, thawed
1 can (2 1/4 oz) sliced ripe olives, drained
4 plum (Roma) tomatoes, cut into quarters
1 cup chili-flavored corn chips, slightly crushed
2 teaspoons Old El Paso™ taco seasoning mix (from 1-oz package)

Steps:

  • In small bowl, beat dressing ingredients with wire whisk until well blended.
  • In large bowl, mix salad ingredients except corn chips. Add dressing; toss until coated. Sprinkle with corn chips.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 450, Carbohydrate 20 g, Cholesterol 115 mg, Fat 5, Fiber 3 g, Protein 30 g, SaturatedFat 12 g, ServingSize 1 Serving, Sodium 1290 mg, Sugar 6 g, TransFat 0 g

SOUTHWESTERN TACO SALAD RECIPE BY TASTY



Southwestern Taco Salad Recipe by Tasty image

Here's what you need: avocado, cilantro, lime juice, low-fat greek yogurt, water, salt, garlic, cumin, olive oil, chicken breast, taco seasoning, romaine lettuce, cheddar jack, black beans, avocado, corn, cherry tomatoes, tortilla strips

Provided by Tasty

Categories     Lunch

Yield 1 serving

Number Of Ingredients 18

½ avocado
½ cup cilantro, chopped
1 tablespoon lime juice
½ cup low-fat greek yogurt, plain
⅓ cup water
½ teaspoon salt
½ tablespoon garlic
½ tablespoon cumin
1 tablespoon olive oil
1 chicken breast, diced
½ packet taco seasoning
1 head romaine lettuce, chopped
1 cup cheddar jack
1 cup black beans
1 avocado, diced
1 cup corn
1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
1 cup tortilla strips

Steps:

  • To make the avocado cilantro lime salad dressing, combine all the ingredients for the dressing (avocado, cilantro, lime juice, greek yogurt, water, salt, garlic, and cumin) in a blender or food processor until smooth. Set aside.
  • Pour 1 tbsp of oil into a pan and bring up to medium heat. Add the diced chicken breast and taco seasoning, stirring until all pieces are well-coated with the seasoning. Cook through and set aside.
  • Assemble your salad with a bed of chopped romaine lettuce on the bottom. Then, lay out each topping (chicken, cheddar jack cheese, black beans, avocado, corn, cherry tomatoes, and tortilla strips) in rows or blend it all together.
  • Top off with the avocado salad dressing and cilantro then serve immediately.
  • Enjoy!

TORTILLA BOWL SOUTHWESTERN SALAD RECIPE BY TASTY



Tortilla Bowl Southwestern Salad Recipe by Tasty image

Here's what you need: vegetable oil, large flour tortillas, romaine lettuce hearts, tomatoes, red onion, avocados, corn, black beans, olive oil, lime juice, garlic, cumin, red pepper flakes, fresh cilantro, salt, pepper

Provided by Gwenaelle Le Cochennec

Categories     Lunch

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 16

4 teaspoons vegetable oil
4 large flour tortillas
2 romaine lettuce hearts
2 tomatoes
½ red onion
2 avocados
1 cup corn, canned, rinsed and drained
1 cup black beans, canned, rinsed and drained
¼ cup olive oil
¼ cup lime juice
1 clove garlic, minced
⅛ teaspoon cumin
½ teaspoon red pepper flakes
3 tablespoons fresh cilantro, chopped
½ teaspoon salt
½ teaspoon pepper

Steps:

  • Preheat the oven to 350°F (180°C).
  • Pour the vegetable oil (1 teaspoon per bowl) into medium (1.2 quart) oven-proof bowls and rub around to coat the surface. Press each tortilla into a greased bowl.
  • Bake for about 10 minutes, until golden brown. Let the tortilla bowls cool.
  • Make 3 cuts lengthwise on each of the romaine hearts, remove the stems, and chop into smaller pieces. Rinse, drain, and place in a large salad bowl.
  • Dice the tomatoes and add them to the bowl with the romaine.
  • Dice the onion and add it to the salad.
  • Cut the avocados in half, remove the pits, and dice. Add to the salad.
  • Add the corn and black beans.
  • In a small bowl or liquid measuring cup, combine the olive oil, lime juice, garlic, cumin, red pepper flakes, cilantro, salt, and pepper. Mix well.
  • Pour the dressing over the salad and toss well.
  • Fill each tortilla bowl with the salad.
  • Enjoy!

Nutrition Facts : Calories 530 calories, Carbohydrate 54 grams, Fat 32 grams, Fiber 13 grams, Protein 10 grams, Sugar 6 grams

SOUTHWESTERN TACO CASSEROLE



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When you're bored with traditional tacos, give this filling main dish a try. It puts the same southwestern taste into a comforting casserole. -Bonnie King, Lansing, Michigan

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 40m

Yield 8 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 13

2-1/2 pounds ground beef
2 envelopes taco seasoning
2/3 cup water
1 can (16 ounces) kidney beans, rinsed and drained
1 cup shredded Monterey Jack or pepper jack cheese
2 large eggs, lightly beaten
1 cup 2% milk
1-1/2 cups biscuit/baking mix
1 cup sour cream
1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
2 cups shredded lettuce
1 medium tomato, diced
1 can (2-1/4 ounces) sliced ripe olives, drained

Steps:

  • In a large skillet, cook beef over medium heat until meat is no longer pink; drain. Stir in taco seasoning and water. Bring to a boil. Reduce heat and simmer for 5 minutes. Stir in beans., Spoon meat mixture into a greased 8-in. square baking dish. Sprinkle with Monterey Jack cheese. In a large bowl, combine the eggs, milk and biscuit mix until moistened. Pour over cheese. , Bake, uncovered, at 400° for 20-25 minutes or until lightly browned and a knife inserted in the center comes out clean. Spread with sour cream. Top with cheddar cheese, lettuce, tomato and olives.

Nutrition Facts :

SOUTHWESTERN CRISPY FISH TACO SALAD



Southwestern Crispy Fish Taco Salad image

Provided by Tregaye Fraser

Categories     main-dish

Time 35m

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 21

3/4 cup olive oil
6 tablespoons lime juice
1 tablespoon fresh cilantro
1 tablespoon vegan or regular mayonnaise
1 teaspoon ground cumin
1/2 teaspoon honey
1 canned chipotle pepper in adobo
Kosher salt
One 19-ounce bag frozen fish sticks, such as Gorton's
One 15-ounce can black beans, rinsed and drained
1 cup diced jicama
1 cup corn kernels
1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
1 small red onion, finely diced
1 head romaine lettuce, chopped
One 5-ounce container mixed spring greens
1 English cucumber, sliced
Shredded Mexican blend cheese, for topping
Sour cream, for topping
Sliced avocado, for topping
Tortilla strips or crumbled tortilla chips, for topping

Steps:

  • For the dressing: In a blender, add the olive oil, lime juice, cilantro, mayo, cumin, honey, chipotle pepper and 1 teaspoon salt and blend until smooth.
  • For the salad: Cook the fish sticks according to the package directions.
  • Meanwhile, in a large bowl, combine the black beans, jicama, corn, cherry tomatoes and red onion with half the dressing. Add the romaine, mixed greens and cucumber to the bowl and toss to coat.
  • Divide the salad among 4 bowls. Top with the fish sticks, cheese, sour cream, avocado and tortilla chips. Serve with the remaining dressing on the side.

SOUTHWESTERN TACO SALAD



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I came across this recipe while spending a winter in Arizona. Now as soon as we return home each spring, our grandchildren are waiting for me to make these refreshing salads. To save time, bake the salad shells in the morning. Cool: store in an airtight container.-Betty Johnson, Olympia, Washington

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Lunch

Time 45m

Yield 8 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 12

2 packages (5.6 ounces each) refrigerated taco salad shells
3 bacon strips, diced
1 pound lean ground beef (90% lean)
2 large onions, chopped
2 garlic cloves, minced
3 tablespoons chili powder
1 teaspoon salt
1 teaspoon ground cumin, optional
1 can (14-1/2 ounces) diced tomatoes, undrained
1 can (16 ounces) refried beans
8 cups shredded lettuce
Toppings: chopped tomatoes, salsa, sour cream, guacamole, olives

Steps:

  • Prepare taco salad shells according to package directions; set aside. , In a large skillet, cook bacon until crisp; remove with a slotted spoon to paper towels to drain. In the drippings, cook beef, onions, garlic and seasonings over medium heat until meat is no longer pink. Stir in tomatoes. Bring to a boil. Reduce heat; cover and simmer for 10 minutes. Stir in beans; heat through., Spoon about 1/3 cup meat mixture into each salad shell. Top with the lettuce and remaining meat mixture; sprinkle with bacon. Serve with toppings of your choice.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 313 calories, Fat 15g fat (5g saturated fat), Cholesterol 38mg cholesterol, Sodium 732mg sodium, Carbohydrate 29g carbohydrate (5g sugars, Fiber 7g fiber), Protein 17g protein.

SOUTHWESTERN PASTA SALAD



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I created this southwestern pasta salad for a friend who owns a catering business. I was told it was a hit at her events and it's now among the most-requested dishes. -Valonda Seward, Coarsegold, California

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Lunch

Time 30m

Yield 16 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 18

1/2 cup fresh lime juice
1/4 cup olive oil
2 teaspoons ground cumin
2 garlic cloves, minced
1 tablespoon salsa
1 tablespoon white wine vinegar
3/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper
1/2 teaspoon salt
1 package (16 ounces) uncooked spiral or cavatappi pasta
1-1/2 cups fresh or frozen whole kernel corn, thawed
1 can (15 ounces) black beans, rinsed and drained
1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
2 cans (2-1/4 ounces each) sliced ripe olives, drained
1 small green pepper, finely chopped
1 small sweet red pepper, finely chopped
1 small red onion, finely chopped
1/2 cup coarsely chopped fresh cilantro, divided
1 medium ripe avocado, peeled and sliced

Steps:

  • In a small bowl, whisk the first 8 ingredients until blended. Cook pasta according to package directions. Drain pasta; rinse with cold water., In a large bowl, mix pasta, corn, beans, tomatoes, olives, peppers, onion and 1/4 cup cilantro. Pour dressing over salad; toss to coat. Refrigerate until serving., Just before serving, top with avocado and the remaining cilantro.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 203 calories, Fat 6g fat (1g saturated fat), Cholesterol 0 cholesterol, Sodium 191mg sodium, Carbohydrate 32g carbohydrate (3g sugars, Fiber 4g fiber), Protein 6g protein. Diabetic Exchanges

SOUTHWESTERN TACO PASTA SALAD RECIPE - (4.5/5)



Southwestern Taco Pasta Salad Recipe - (4.5/5) image

Provided by SemiDomesticatedMama

Number Of Ingredients 8

1 box penne pasta, cooked
1 can black beans, drained and rinsed
1 can whole kernel corn, drained
1 carton grape tomatoes, halved
1 cup diced green pepper
1 jar (16oz) chunky salsa, medium
1 pkt taco seasoning
2 cups shredded sharp cheddar cheese, divided

Steps:

  • In large bowl, toss together pasta, beans, corn, tomatoes, 1 cup cheese, and green peppers. Sprinkle taco seasoning over top; mix well. Pour salsa over pasta and mix well. Cover and chill at least 2 hours. Sprinkle with remaining 1 cup cheese before serving.

SOUTHWEST SHREDDED PORK SALAD



Southwest Shredded Pork Salad image

This knockout shredded pork makes a healthy, delicious and hearty salad with black beans, corn, cotija cheese and plenty of fresh greens. -Mary Shivers, Ada, Oklahoma

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Lunch

Time 6h20m

Yield 12 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 17

1 boneless pork loin roast (3 to 4 pounds)
1-1/2 cups apple cider or juice
1 can (4 ounces) chopped green chiles, drained
3 garlic cloves, minced
1-1/2 teaspoons salt
1-1/2 teaspoons hot pepper sauce
1 teaspoon chili powder
1 teaspoon pepper
1/2 teaspoon ground cumin
1/2 teaspoon dried oregano
12 cups torn mixed salad greens
1 can (15 ounces) black beans, rinsed and drained
2 medium tomatoes, chopped
1 small red onion, chopped
1 cup fresh or frozen corn
1 cup crumbled Cotija or shredded part-skim mozzarella cheese
Salad dressing of your choice

Steps:

  • Place pork in a 5- or 6-qt. slow cooker. In a small bowl, mix cider, green chiles, garlic, salt, pepper sauce, chili powder, pepper, cumin and oregano; pour over pork. Cook, covered, on low 6-8 hours or until meat is tender., Remove roast from slow cooker; discard cooking juices. Shred pork with 2 forks. Arrange salad greens on a large serving platter. Top with pork, black beans, tomatoes, onion, corn and cheese. Serve with salad dressing. Freeze option: Place shredded pork in a freezer container; top with cooking juices. Cool and freeze. To use, partially thaw in refrigerator overnight. Heat through in a saucepan, stirring occasionally.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 233 calories, Fat 8g fat (4g saturated fat), Cholesterol 67mg cholesterol, Sodium 321mg sodium, Carbohydrate 12g carbohydrate (2g sugars, Fiber 3g fiber), Protein 28g protein. Diabetic Exchanges

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