7) Taco Salad (7 of 10)
7) Taco Salad (7 of 10)
We never thought we’d use words like “elegant” and “beautiful” to describe a taco salad, but seriously, look at this gorgeous thing.
Ingredients
Cilantro Vinaigrette
1 shallot, chopped
2 cups tightly packed fresh cilantro leaves, stems removed
1 clove garlic
1/2 teaspoons of red pepper flakes
1/2 cup of olive oil
2 tablespoons of red wine vinegar
1 teaspoon salt
Meat
1/2 pound ground chicken
2 teaspoons olive oil
1 small onion, diced
2 cloves garlic, chopped
1 tablespoon taco seasoning
1/4 cup water
Salad
2 heads of Romaine lettuce, thinly shredded
1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
½ cup grated cheddar cheese
1 cup of fresh corn
2 avocados, diced
3 green onions, sliced
⅛ cup cilantro leaves
2 tablespoons red onion, chopped
1 cup Black Beans
Directions
Combine vinaigrette ingredients in a blender and pulse for about 20 or 30 seconds; set aside.
Saute onions over a skillet drizzled with olive oil over medium heat until soft, then add remaining ingredients. Simmer for 7 to 10 minutes.
Place chicken on top of salad and top with vinaigrette and tortilla strips.