Taco Bean Salad

Ingredients and Weight:

• 2 pounds ground beef
• 1 onion, chopped
• 2 bell peppers, chopped
• 1 (15 ounce) can corn, drained
• 1 (15 ounce) can black beans, drained and rinsed
• 1 (15 ounce) can kidney beans, drained and rinsed
• 1 (10 ounce) can diced tomatoes with green chilies, undrained
• 1 (1 ounce) packet taco seasoning
• 1 head lettuce, chopped
• 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
• 1 cup sour cream
• 1/2 cup chopped cilantro

Preparation Time:

20 minutes

Cooking Time:

30 minutes

Difficulty Level:

2 (Easy)

Preparation Method Steps:

1. In a large skillet, brown the ground beef over medium heat. Drain off any excess fat.
2. Add the onion and bell peppers to the skillet and cook until softened, about 5 minutes.
3. Stir in the corn, black beans, kidney beans, tomatoes, and taco seasoning. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat to medium-low and simmer for 15 minutes, or until the beans are heated through.
4. Place the lettuce on a large serving platter. Top with the beef mixture, cheese, sour cream, and cilantro.

Nutritional Information:

Serving size: 1 cup Calories: 300 Fat: 10 grams Carbohydrates: 40 grams Protein: 20 grams

Dish Characteristics:

• Colorful and visually appealing
• Flavorful and satisfying
• Easy to prepare
• Perfect for a crowd

User Comments:

• "This salad is so delicious and easy to make. I love that it is a healthy and satisfying meal."
• "The perfect summer salad! It is light and refreshing, but still filling."
• "I love the combination of flavors in this salad. The taco seasoning gives it a great kick."
• "This salad is a crowd-pleaser. I always make it for parties and it is always a hit."
• "I love that this salad is customizable. You can add or remove ingredients to suit your taste."

Special Precautions and Tips:

• If you do not have a taco seasoning packet, you can make your own by combining 1 tablespoon chili powder, 1 teaspoon ground cumin, 1/2 teaspoon paprika, 1/2 teaspoon dried oregano, and 1/4 teaspoon salt.
• You can substitute any type of beans that you like in this salad. Pinto beans or navy beans would be great options.
• If you want a spicier salad, you can add more taco seasoning or chopped jalapeño peppers.
• This salad is best served immediately, but it can also be stored in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.