Taco Salad II

This taco salad with Western dressing features onion, green bell pepper, tomatoes, seasoned ground beef, crushed tortilla chips, lettuce, and cheese.

• Preparation Time: 15 mins
• Cooking Time: 20 mins
• Total Time: 35 mins
• Calories: 467 Calories

Ingredients

• 1 pound lean ground beef
• 1 onion, chopped
• 1 (1.25 ounce) package taco seasoning mix
• 2 tomatoes, chopped
• 1 green bell pepper, chopped
• 1 head iceberg lettuce - rinsed, dried, and shredded
• 3 cups shredded Cheddar-Monterey Jack cheese blend
• 4 ounces crushed tortilla chips
• 0.25 cup French dressing

Recipe Instructions

Step 1

Place ground beef in a large, deep skillet. Cook and stir over medium-high heat until evenly brown. Drain and discard grease. Add taco seasoning mix and prepare according to package directions. Set aside to cool.

Step 2

Combine cooled beef mixture, lettuce, onion, bell pepper, cheese, tomatoes, and tortilla chips in a large serving bowl. Add enough dressing to coat; mix well and refrigerate for 8 hours to overnight.