Paleo Taco Salad
This Paleo Taco Salad is a delicious and healthy way to enjoy your favorite Mexican flavors. It's made with ground beef, taco seasoning, onion, green bell pepper, red bell pepper, black beans, corn, and romaine lettuce. It's easy to make and can be customized to your liking.
The Paleo Taco Salad was born out of a desire to create a healthier version of the classic taco salad. Traditional taco salads are often made with ground beef, taco seasoning, cheese, sour cream, and lettuce. While these ingredients are all delicious, they are not all Paleo-friendly. The Paleo Taco Salad replaces these ingredients with healthier alternatives, such as ground turkey, avocado, and salsa. This makes it a great option for people who are following a Paleo diet or who are simply looking for a healthier way to enjoy their favorite Mexican flavors.
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Prep time: 15 | Cook time: 20 | Serves: 4
Ingredients
  • 1 pound ground beef
  • 1 packet taco seasoning
  • 1/2 cup chopped onion
  • 1/2 cup chopped green bell pepper
  • 1/2 cup chopped red bell pepper
  • 1 (15 ounce) can black beans, rinsed and drained
  • 1 (15 ounce) can corn, drained
  • 1 head of romaine lettuce, chopped
Instructions
  1. In a large skillet over medium heat, brown the ground beef. Drain off any excess grease.
  2. Add the taco seasoning to the ground beef and stir to combine.
  3. Add the onion, green bell pepper, and red bell pepper to the skillet and cook until softened.
  4. Stir in the black beans and corn.
  5. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
  6. To assemble the salad, place a bed of chopped romaine lettuce on a plate.
  7. Top with the ground beef mixture and any other desired toppings, such as shredded cheese, sour cream, or guacamole.
Why It Works
  • The ground beef provides a hearty base for the salad.
  • The taco seasoning gives the salad a delicious Mexican flavor.
  • The onion, green bell pepper, and red bell pepper add sweetness and crunch to the salad.
  • The black beans and corn add protein and fiber to the salad.
  • The romaine lettuce provides a fresh and crunchy base for the salad.