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Taco Salad (7 of 10)

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

Preparation

1. Combine vinaigrette ingredients in a blender and pulse for about 20 or 30 seconds; set aside.
2. Saute onions over a skillet drizzled with olive oil over medium heat until soft, then add remaining ingredients.
3. Simmer for 7 to 10 minutes.
4. Place chicken on top of salad and top with vinaigrette and tortilla strips.