Ingredients:

  • 1 lb ground beef (85% lean)
  • 2 tbsp taco seasoning
  • 1/4 cup water
  • 8 cups romaine lettuce, chopped
  • 1 cup canned black beans, drained and rinsed
  • 1 cup frozen corn, thawed
  • 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
  • 1 1/2 cups shredded sharp cheddar cheese
  • 1 large avocado, diced
  • 1/4 cup red onion, finely diced
  • 2 cups Doritos or tortilla strips
  • 1/2 cup sour cream (for dressing)
  • 1/4 cup salsa
  • 1 tbsp fresh lime juice
  • 1 tsp taco seasoning (for dressing)

Instructions:

  1. Place the ground beef in the skillet over medium-high heat. Cook, breaking the meat apart with a spoon, until it reaches a deep mahogany-colored sear and no pink remains.
  2. Drain any excess grease from the skillet. Stir in the taco seasoning and water, simmering for 3–5 minutes until the liquid reduces into a thick glaze.
  3. Remove the beef from heat and let it sit for 5 minutes to prevent wilting the lettuce.
  4. In a large mixing bowl, combine the chopped romaine, black beans, corn, and cherry tomatoes. Toss gently to distribute.
  5. In a small bowl, whisk together the sour cream, salsa, lime juice, and taco seasoning until smooth.
  6. Divide the lettuce mixture among six bowls. Spoon the warm beef into the center of each bowl.
  7. Surround the beef with diced avocado, red onion, and shredded cheddar cheese.
  8. Drizzle the fiesta dressing over the top in a zig-zag pattern and garnish with Doritos or tortilla strips. Serve immediately.