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A colorful taco salad bowl with seasoned ground beef, sliced bell peppers, tomatoes, olives, red onion, and a big scoop of avocado dressing. Served alongside a trio of dips and a fresh lime margarita.

Loaded Taco Salad with Avocado Dressing


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  • Author: Caitlin
  • Total Time: 25 minutes
  • Yield: 2 - 3 servings
  • Diet: Gluten Free

Description

A delicious, satisfying salad loaded with seasoned ground beef, crisp veggies, and a creamy avocado dressing. Perfect for easy weeknight dinner or meal prep.


Ingredients

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Salad

  • 1 pound grass-fed ground beef (80/20 preferred)
  • 2 – 3 tablespoons of your favorite taco seasoning
  • 1 head of butter lettuce, roughly chopped
  • 1 red bell pepper, thinly sliced
  • 1 orange bell pepper, thinly sliced
  • 1/4 red onion, thinly sliced
  • 1/2 pint cherry tomatoes, halved
  • 1/2 can of sliced black olives, drained
  • fresh lime, for serving

Dressing

  • 1 ripe avocado, pitted and peeled
  • 1/3 cup full-fat canned coconut cream
  • 3 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
  • 1/4 cup water
  • 1 cup packed cilantro
  • 2 garlic cloves, smashed
  • juice of 1/2 lime
  • 1/2 teaspoon sea salt
  • 1/4 teaspoon chili powder


Instructions

  1. Brown the Beef : In a large skillet over medium heat, cook the ground beef until browned and fully cooked through. Drain any excess fat if needed, then season with taco seasoning and toss to coat.
  2. Prep Your Produce : While the meat is cooking, wash and chop the veggies. Slice the bell peppers, red onion, and cherry tomatoes. Roughly chop the lettuce and drain the olives. 
  3. Blend the Dressing : Add all dressing ingredients to a blender and blend until smooth and creamy. Adjust water for desired consistency. 
  4. Assemble the Salad : Layer the lettuce in a large serving bowl. Top with ground beef, veggies, olives, and a generous drizzle of creamy avocado dressing. Finish with a squeeze of fresh lime and toss together if serving immediately!

Notes

  • Season your meat just before it’s done cooking
  • Adjust water in the dressing to reach desired consistency.
  • For meal prep, keep components stored separately until ready to serve.
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 10 minutes
  • Category: Main Dish
  • Method: Stovetop
  • Cuisine: Mexican-Inspired