Appetizers (Layered Taco Salad)

By chefbobby

Ingredients

• 1 pound ground beef
• 2/3 cup water
• 1 envelope taco seasoning
• 2 medium ripe avocados, peeled and pitted
• 2 tablespoons finely chopped red onion
• 3 garlic cloves, minced
• 1 teaspoon lemon juice
• 4 cups shredded lettuce
• 2 medium tomatoes, chopped
• 1 small cucumber, peeled and chopped
• 5 green onions, chopped
• 2 cups (8 ounces) shredded cheddar cheese
• 1 cup salsa
• 2 cups (16 ounces) sour cream
• Tortilla chips

Details

Servings 12

Preparation

Step 1

1)In a small skillet, cook beef over medium heat until no longer pink; drain. Stir in water and taco seasoning. Bring to a boil; cook and stir for 2 minutes. Cool slightly.

2)In a small bowl, mash avocados with onion, garlic and lemon juice. In a 3-qt. glass bowl, layer the beef, avocado mixture, lettuce,tomatoes, cucumber, green onions, cheese, salsa and sour cream. Serve immediately with chips.