Mexican Salad Aka Frito or Taco Salad

Jun 04, 2023June 4, 20230 4
Authentic Mexican Salad Aka Frito or Taco Salad recipe for your summer party
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Prep

20 min

Cook

20 min

Ready In

40 min

Level

Easy

Rating

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Ingredients

1 1/2 lbs ground beef
1 can Campbell 's cheddar cheese soup
1 can Campbell 's Cream of Mushroom Soup
1 can tomato sauce
1 teaspoon oregano ( or to taste )
1/2 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes ( more or less to taste )
1 head iceberg lettuce , torn into bite size pieces
1 -2 tomatoes , diced
1 red onion , diced ( optional )
2 cans pitted black olives , sliced ( more or less to taste )
1 bag Fritos corn chips ( Original )

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe
6-8
Calories
335
Sugar
8g
Fat
18g
Mexican Salad Aka Frito or Taco Salad is a popular dish in Mexican-American cuisine, characterized by a blend of fresh vegetables, meat, and chips. This salad is usually served as a side dish or a full meal and can be customized with a variety of ingredients. This recipe is easy to prepare, and the result is a delicious blend of flavors that can be enjoyed any time of the day. Perfect for your summer party or potluck, this salad is colorful, flavorful, and always a crowd-pleaser.

Instructions

1.Brown the ground beef in a large skillet over medium heat. Drain any excess fat.
2.Add the cheddar cheese soup, cream of mushroom soup, tomato sauce, oregano and crushed red pepper flakes to the skillet. Stir well to combine and heat through.
3.In a large salad bowl, layer the iceberg lettuce, diced tomatoes, red onions (if using), and sliced black olives.
4.Crush the Fritos corn chips and sprinkle them on top of the salad.
5.Pour the beef mixture over the salad and toss everything together until well combined.

PROS

With its crunchy texture, zesty flavor and eye-pleasing colors, this Mexican Salad Aka Frito or Taco Salad is a filling and tasty meal that can be served on its own or as a side dish.

It is easy to make and can be customized to suit individual tastes.

CONS

The Fritos corn chips and cheddar cheese soup used in this recipe can be high in sodium and fat, which may not be suitable for those trying to watch their intake of these nutrients.

The dish is not vegan or vegetarian-friendly.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

This salad is packed with nutrients from the fresh vegetables used in it, such as vitamin K, fiber, folate and vitamin C.
The tomatoes in the salad contain lycopene, an antioxidant that has been linked to reducing the risk of heart disease and some types of cancer.
The black olives used in the salad are rich in monounsaturated fat, which can help reduce inflammation and improve heart health.

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