Southwestern BLT Taco Salad

  • Prep 25 min
  • Total 25 min
  • Servings 4

Ingredients

  • 1 lb lean (at least 80%) ground beef
  • 1 packet (1 oz) Old El Paso™ Original Taco Seasoning Mix
  • 2/3 cup water
  • 1/2 cup southwest ranch sour cream dip
  • 1/2 cup thick & chunky salsa
  • 1/2 cup chopped precooked bacon
  • 1 can (2 1/4 oz) sliced ripe olives, drained
  • 4 plum (Roma) tomatoes, each cut into 8 pieces
  • 1 bag (10 oz) ready-to-eat romaine lettuce
  • 1 cup shredded Cheddar cheese (4 oz)
  • 1 cup chili cheese-flavored corn chips

Steps

  • 1
    In 10-inch skillet, cook beef over medium-high heat 5 to 7 minutes, stirring occasionally, until thoroughly cooked; drain. Stir in taco seasoning mix and water. Reduce heat to medium. Cook uncovered 2 to 4 minutes, stirring occasionally, until most of liquid is absorbed.
  • 2
    In large bowl, mix sour cream dip and salsa. Stir in beef mixture, bacon and olives. Gently fold in tomatoes and lettuce.
  • 3
    Divide salad among 4 individual plates. Sprinkle with cheese and chips. Serve immediately.

  • In place of the southwest ranch sour cream dip, use 1/2 cup of sour cream mixed with 1 to 2 teaspoons of Old El Paso™ Taco Seasoning Mix.
  • Using precooked bacon slices saves prep time; look for it in the grocery store's meat department.

Nutrition Facts

Serving Size: 1 Serving
Calories
520
Calories from Fat
320
Total Fat
35g
54%
Saturated Fat
15g
76%
Trans Fat
1 1/2g
Cholesterol
120mg
39%
Sodium
1790mg
74%
Potassium
590mg
17%
Total Carbohydrate
19g
6%
Dietary Fiber
3g
12%
Sugars
6g
Protein
32g
% Daily Value*:
Vitamin A
110%
110%
Vitamin C
40%
40%
Calcium
25%
25%
Iron
20%
20%
Exchanges:
1/2 Starch; 0 Fruit; 1/2 Other Carbohydrate; 0 Skim Milk; 0 Low-Fat Milk; 0 Milk; 1 Vegetable; 0 Very Lean Meat; 0 Lean Meat; 0 High-Fat Meat; 3 Fat;
Carbohydrate Choice
1
*Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
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