Description
The Taco Fiesta Layered Delight is a vibrant and enticing dish that fills your dining table with the spirit of a Mexican fiesta. This recipe combines a delicious mix of classic taco elements in a layered salad format, making it a perfect choice for parties, gatherings, or a relaxed family dinner. Its colorful layers and rich blend of flavors are sure to be a hit among guests of all ages.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 can of refried beans or ground beef
- 1 cup sour cream
- 1 cup salsa
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- 1 cup shredded lettuce
- 1/2 cup diced tomatoes
- 1/2 cup sliced black olives
- 1/4 cup chopped green onions
- 1/2 tsp ground cumin
- 1/2 tsp garlic powder
- Salt and black pepper to taste
- Tortilla chips (for serving)
Instructions
- Prepare the Sour Cream Mixture: In a small bowl, combine the sour cream with the ground cumin, garlic powder, salt, and black pepper. Mix well until all the spices are well incorporated into the sour cream.
- Layer the Refried Beans or Ground Beef: Spread the refried beans or cooked and drained ground beef evenly at the bottom of a 9×13 inch dish or a similar-sized serving dish.
- Add the Sour Cream Layer: Layer the seasoned sour cream mixture over the refried beans or ground beef, spreading it to cover them completely.
- Spread the Salsa: Gently spread the salsa over the sour cream layer, making sure to distribute it evenly.
- Sprinkle the Cheese: Sprinkle the shredded cheddar cheese evenly over the salsa layer, covering it thoroughly.
- Add the Lettuce: Add a layer of shredded lettuce over the cheese.
- Top with Tomatoes, Olives, and Onions: Layer the diced tomatoes evenly on top of the lettuce. Follow this with the sliced black olives and chopped green onions, distributing them uniformly across the top.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes