Seven-Layer Taco Salad
🛒 What You’ll Need
- 1 lb Ground beef (lean) 🥩
- 1 packet Taco seasoning 🌶️
- 1 can (16 oz) Refried beans 🫘
- 1 cup Sour cream 🥛
- 2 cups Guacamole (homemade or store-bought) 🥑
- 2 cups Shredded sharp cheddar cheese 🧀
- 1 cup Diced tomatoes 🍅
- 1 can (2.25 oz) Sliced black olives, drained 🫒
- ½ cup Sliced jalapeños (fresh or pickled) 🌶️
- Fresh cilantro, chopped for garnish 🌿
👩🍳 Instructions
- Brown the Beef: In a large skillet over medium heat, cook the ground beef until fully browned. Drain the excess fat, stir in the taco seasoning and a splash of water, and simmer for 5 minutes. Let it cool slightly. 🥩🔥🌶️
- The First Layer: Spread the refried beans evenly across the bottom of a large glass bowl or 9×13 baking dish. 🫘📏
- The Meat Layer: Layer the seasoned ground beef over the beans. 🥩🤝
- Creamy Goodness: Spread the sour cream in a smooth layer over the beef, followed by a thick layer of guacamole. 🥛🥑🌀🤤
- Cheese it Up: Sprinkle a generous mountain of shredded cheddar cheese over the green goodness. 🧀👑
- Top it Off: Decorate the top with your diced tomatoes, black olives, and jalapeños. 🍅🫒🌶️✨
- Final Flourish: Garnish with fresh cilantro. Chill in the refrigerator for at least 30 minutes to let the layers set before serving! 🍽️❄️😋
🔥 Pro Tips:
- The “Clear Bowl” Secret: Use a deep glass bowl to show off all those beautiful, colorful layers—it’s half the fun! 🥗💎✨
- Keep it Fresh: Add the tomatoes and cilantro just before serving to keep them bright and crisp. 🍅🌿🎯
