Dish 23 - Ground BGeef Fajita Taco Salad

Ground Beef Fajita Taco Salad

Makes 6; Prep Time: 30min; Total Time: 30 min

Ingredients:

Creamy Guacamole Dressing:
1 medium ripe avocado, pitted, peeled and cut into chunks
1/4 cup sour cream
3 Tbsp milk
2 Tbsp lime juice
2 Tbsp chopped fresh coriander
2 Tbsp olive oil
1/2 tsp salt
1/2 tsp ground cumin
1/8 tsp ground red pepper (cayenne)
Salad:
2 tsp olive oil
2 medium bell peppers, cut into bite-size strips
1 medium onion, cut into thin wedges
1 lb lean beef mince
1 pkt taco seasoning mix
2/3 cup water
6 cups torn romaine lettuce
1 medium tomato, chopped
1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
2 cups crushed tortilla chips

Method:

1. In blender, place all dressing ingredients. Cover; blend on medium speed 30 seconds or until smooth. Pour into small bowl. Cover; refrigerate until serving time.
2. In nonstick fry pan, heat oil over medium heat. Cook bell peppers and onion in oil 6 minutes, stirring occasionally, until tender. Remove vegetables from fry pan; set aside.
   
3. In same fry pan, cook beef over medium-high heat 5-7 minutes, stirring occasionally, until thoroughly cooked; drain. Ad taco seasoning mix and water; heat as directed on package.
4. Place 1 cup lettuce on each of 6 plates. Top with beef mixture, vegetables, tomato, cheese and chips. Serve with dressing.
   

Recipe Source: Based on Betty Crocker's recipe