Vegetable and Bean Taco Salad
This is the ultimate taco salad. It's got all the classic ingredients, like lettuce, avocado, black beans, brown rice, and red onion, but it also has some unexpected additions, like cilantro and red bell pepper. The taco seasoning adds a delicious kick, and the whole thing is tossed in a light dressing. It's a simple dish to make, but it's packed with flavor and nutrition.
The taco salad is a classic American dish that is thought to have originated in the 1960s. It is a popular dish at parties and potlucks, and it is also a common menu item at Mexican restaurants. The taco salad is a versatile dish that can be made with a variety of ingredients, but the basic recipe always includes lettuce, meat, cheese, and a dressing. Over the years, the taco salad has evolved to include a wider variety of ingredients, such as avocado, black beans, brown rice, and red onion. The taco seasoning is also a key ingredient, and it can be made with a variety of spices, such as chili powder, cumin, and paprika.
Vegetable and Bean Taco Salad Vegetable and Bean Taco Salad Vegetable and Bean Taco Salad Vegetable and Bean Taco Salad
Prep time: 15 | Cook time: 0 | Serves: 4
Ingredients
  • Salad greens of your choice
  • 1 ripe avocado, sliced
  • 1 cup cooked black beans
  • 1 cup cooked brown rice
  • 1/2 cup chopped red onion
  • 1/2 cup chopped cilantro
  • 1/4 cup chopped red bell pepper
  • Taco seasoning of your choice
Instructions
  1. In a large bowl, combine the salad greens, avocado, black beans, rice, red onion, cilantro, and bell pepper.
  2. Sprinkle with taco seasoning to taste and toss to combine.
  3. Serve immediately and enjoy!
Why It Works
  • The combination of textures and flavors in this salad is what makes it so great. The crisp lettuce, creamy avocado, hearty black beans, chewy brown rice, and crunchy red onion all come together to create a satisfying and flavorful dish.
  • The taco seasoning adds a delicious kick to the salad, and it is also a great way to add some extra protein. The dressing is light and tangy, and it helps to bring all of the flavors together.
  • This salad is a great way to use up leftovers. If you have any cooked black beans, brown rice, or chicken, you can add them to the salad. You can also add any other vegetables that you like, such as corn, tomatoes, or bell peppers.