SouthWest Taco salad

Written By Darci Daniels

Looking for a quick, satisfying summer meal that won’t heat up your kitchen? We’ve got just the thing — our Southwest Taco Salad made with farm-fresh, grass-fed beef!

I love that it’s loaded with both healthy fats and proteins to keep you full, it’s packed with flavor, loaded with garden veggies, and ready in minutes. WIN-WIN-WIN-WIN

🥗 Southwest Taco Salad Recipe

Ingredients:

  • 1 lb ground beef

  • 1 packet (or homemade) taco seasoning

  • Romaine or leaf lettuce, chopped

  • Cherry tomatoes, halved

  • Black beans, drained and rinsed

  • Sweet corn, fresh or canned

  • Shredded cheddar cheese

  • Avocado, diced

  • Crushed tortilla chips

  • Ranch or chipotle-lime dressing

Instructions:

  1. Brown the ground beef in a skillet, then season with taco seasoning and a splash of water. Simmer for 2–3 minutes.

  2. Build your salad with a base of lettuce, then layer on tomatoes, black beans, corn, cheese, avocado, and seasoned beef.

  3. Top with crushed tortilla chips and your favorite dressing.

Optional Add-Ons: Pickled onions, jalapeños, or a squeeze of fresh lime.

🥩 Need ground beef?
We’ve got you covered! Pick up a package (or two) from us at the next Viroqua Farmer’s Market or message me to deliver to town.

Eat fresh, eat local, and savor summer, one bite at a time.

Love,

Darci

Darci Daniels
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