Taco Salad Bowl

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Taco salad bowls are a fun and tasty way to enjoy your favorite Mexican flavors. You can make them at home easily with just a few simple steps. To create crispy taco salad bowls, you can bake or fry flour tortillas shaped over an upside-down oven-safe bowl.

Once your bowl is ready, fill it with seasoned ground beef, fresh lettuce, tomatoes, cheese, and any other toppings you like. Add a zesty dressing or lime crema to bring it all together. These edible bowls make for a great presentation and add a satisfying crunch to your meal.

Exact Ingredients (+ Possible Substitutes)

Here’s what you’ll need for a tasty taco salad bowl:

• Crisp lettuce (romaine or iceberg)
• Seasoned ground beef or turkey
• Black beans
• Sweet corn
• Cherry tomatoes
• Avocado
• Red onion
• Black olives
• Shredded cheese (cheddar or Mexican blend)
• Sour cream
• Salsa or taco sauce

For the taco bowl shell:

• Large flour tortillas

Don’t have these exact items? No worries! Try these swaps:

• Swap ground meat for shredded chicken or plant-based crumbles
• Use pinto beans instead of black beans
• Replace cherry tomatoes with diced regular tomatoes
• Substitute guacamole for avocado
• Try Greek yogurt in place of sour cream

For a lighter option, skip the tortilla bowl and serve in a regular bowl. You can also add extras like jalapeños, cilantro, or a squeeze of lime for more flavor. Mix and match to create your perfect taco salad bowl!

Instructions

Ready to make your own taco salad bowl? Here’s how:

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   Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).

   
   
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   Take a large oven-safe bowl and flip it upside down on a baking sheet.

   
   
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   Lightly spray a flour tortilla with cooking oil on both sides.

   
   
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   Drape the oiled tortilla over the upside-down bowl, shaping it to form a bowl.

   
   
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   Bake for 10-15 minutes until the tortilla is crispy and golden brown.

   
   
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   Let it cool before removing from the bowl.

   
   

While your taco bowl bakes, prepare your fillings:

• Brown ground beef in a skillet
• Add taco seasoning and beans
• Chop lettuce, tomatoes, and other veggies

Once your bowl is ready:

1. Fill it with a layer of crisp lettuce
2. Add your seasoned meat and bean mixture
3. Top with cheese, diced tomatoes, and sour cream

You can also try these fun variations:

• Use an air fryer instead of an oven
• Make mini bowls using smaller tortillas
• Try corn tortillas for a gluten-free option

Enjoy your homemade taco salad bowl!

Tips, Tricks & Storing

Want to make perfect taco salad bowls? Here are some handy tips:

Spray your tortillas with cooking oil before shaping. This helps them crisp up nicely.

Try different bowl molds – oven-safe bowls, cake pans, or even the back of a muffin tin work great.

For extra crunch, flip the tortilla bowl halfway through cooking.

Make a batch of taco bowls ahead of time. Once cooled, store them in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days.

Got leftover taco salad? Keep the components separate in the fridge. This way, nothing gets soggy.

Reheat pre-made tortilla bowls in the oven for 2-3 minutes to crisp them up again.

For a healthier twist, use whole wheat tortillas or swap ground beef for turkey.

Add a sprinkle of cheese to the inside of the tortilla before cooking for an extra tasty bowl.

Remember, you can customize your taco salad with any toppings you like. Get creative!