Ingredients:Taco Meat:
1 tsp olive oil
1/2 sweet yellow onion, chopped finely
3 cloves of garlic, chopped finely
1 1/2 lbs of lean ground beef (96/4)
Dried oregano
Onion powder
Paprika
Chile powder
Fresh cracked black pepper
Ground cumin
Garlic powder
Sea salt
Directions:
Heat the olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Once hot add the onion and stir frequently for 3-4 minutes; add the garlic and stir constantly for 60 seconds. Add the ground beef to the onion and garlic mixture and break up the meat really well with the spatula. Add the spices and cook for 8-10 minutes or until the beef is thoroughly cooked. Taste, re-season if necessary. Set aside and let cool.
Salad Ingredients:
Head of Romaine, cleaned and chopped
1/2 cup of black beans, rinsed and drained
1/2 cup of frozen sweet corn, thawed
1/2 cup of cilantro, chopped
1/2 cup of grape tomatoes, diced
1/2 cup of black olives, sliced
1/2 cup of red, yellow or orange baby bell peppers, sliced
1/2 cup of green onions, diced
1/4 cup of sharp cheddar cheese, diced finely (more if you desire)
2 avocados, diced
6 corn tortillas, chopped into bite size pieces
Sea salt, to taste
Cooking spray
Directions:
Preheat the oven to 400 degrees. Coat a baking sheet with cooking spray. Chop the corn tortillas into bite sized pieces then place on the baking sheet. Coat with cooking spray and add sea salt to taste. Place in the oven and bake for 4-5 minutes; remove from oven and flip the chips over, return to the oven and bake for an addition 3-4 minutes or until crisp and golden brown.
Dressing Ideas:
Salsa
Sour Cream
Cilantro Lime Vinaigrette (recipe below)
Cilantro Lime Vinaigrette:
1/2 cup of fresh cilantro, chopped
1/4 cup canola oil
1-2 tbsp fresh lime juice
1 tbsp red wine vinegar
Sea salt and fresh cracked pepper, to taste
1 clove garlic, minced
1/2 tsp oregano
Use am immersion blender or a regular blender to blend the dressing. Combine all ingredients, toss and serve immediately. Enjoy.
