Description
If you’re searching for a vibrant, crowd-pleasing dish that’s perfect for any occasion, look no further than the Seven-Layer Taco Salad. Whether you’re preparing for a family dinner, a summer cookout, or a festive taco night, this dish is guaranteed to satisfy everyone at the table. Layers of creamy, savory goodness come together in one dish to create a bold flavor explosion. It’s not just a salad—it’s a complete meal that offers something for every taste bud.
Ingredients
1 can of refried beans or Ground Beef
1 cup sour cream
1 cup salsa
1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
1 cup shredded lettuce
1/2 cup diced tomatoes
1/2 cup sliced black olives
1/4 cup chopped green onions
1/2 tsp ground cumin
1/2 tsp garlic powder
Salt and black pepper to taste
Tortilla chips (for serving)
Instructions
- In a small bowl, mix the sour cream with ground cumin, garlic powder, salt, and black pepper.
- Spread the refried beans or ground beef evenly in the bottom of a 9×13 inch dish or a similar-sized serving dish.
- Spread the seasoned sour cream over the refried beans.
- Spread the salsa over the sour cream layer.
- Sprinkle the shredded cheddar cheese evenly over the salsa.
- Add the shredded lettuce in an even layer on top of the cheese.
- Follow with a layer of diced tomatoes.
- Add the sliced black olives and chopped green onions on top.
- Serve with tortilla chips.
Notes
- This dish can be made ahead of time. Just cover it and refrigerate it until you’re ready to serve.
- You can make it spicier by adding jalapeños or hot sauce to the salsa layer.
- For a vegetarian version, use refried beans instead of ground beef.
- You can substitute cheddar cheese with a mix of your favorite cheeses or even use vegan cheese for a dairy-free option.
- Feel free to customize the toppings with additional ingredients like guacamole, sour cream, or your favorite salsa variations.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes