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There is something about taco salad that just says family meal.

Maybe its the customization option, so different palates can experience their perfect main salad components.

Or maybe its because its a one-dish and done meal that still satisfies.

A bowl of taco salad garnished with sliced black olives and sour cream

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It was the Texas brainchild of Elmer Doolin, the owner of Fritos corn chips.

Do you use those bowl shards as scoops?

How do you keep the bottom from becoming a soggy mess?

Bowl of Taco Salad Surrounded by Another Serving in a Bowl, a Bowl of Salsa, a Bowl of Sliced Scallions, a Bowl of Shredded Cheese, and a Bowl With Quartered Limes

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Go big or go home with this main dish salad, but just dont call it Mexican.

Add olive oil then beef into the pan.

While the meat is browning, take the time to prep all the remaining ingredients.

Taco Salad in a Bowl, and in the Surroundings, Another Serving in a Bowl, a Bowl of Sliced Scallions, and a Bowl of Cheese

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Remove beef from the heat and set aside but keep warm.

Pasta bowls are ideal for these main dish salads, but any big plate or bowl will work.

Garnish with 1 tablespoon sour cream and 2 tablespoons salsa.

Bowl of Taco Salad Surrounded by Two More Bowls With Servings of Taco Salad, a Bowl of Salsa, a Bowl of Quartered Limes, a Bowl of Cheese, a Bowl of Sliced Green Onions, and a Bowl With Utensils, All on a Kitchen Towel

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Serve with lime wedges on the side for squeezing.

Tip

You will likely have a little leftover taco meat.

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