Taco Salad with Jalapeno Avocado Lime Dressing

There are many variations for Taco Salads, but what gives this one a nice-creamy-tang with a little kick, is the dressing! Makes a great dip for veggies or chips too!

Author

Jill O’Brien

Prep Time

20 minutes

Cook Time

10 minutes

Servings

4

Category

Ground, Salads

Ingredients

• 1 – tablespoon olive oil
• 1 – onion, chopped
• 1 – pound Ground Buffalo
• ½ - package Jill’s Mexican Seasoning, or other Mexican seasonings
• ½ - cup water
• Lettuce
• Tomatoes
• Cheddar Cheese, shredded
• Avocado
• Bell Pepper, diced
• Cilantro
• 1 – avocado
• 1 – jalapeno, seeds removed
• 1 – green onion, coarse chopped
• ½ - cup cilantro leaves, packed
• 2 – limes, juiced
• ½ - cup olive oil
• ½ - cup water
• Salt to taste
• Lemon & Lime wedges

Directions

1. In a sauté pan over medium high heat, add the oil and the onion. Sauté for a few minutes.
2. Crumble in the Ground Bison and add the Mexican seasonings. Stir to incorporate, breaking up the meat into smaller pieces as it browns.
3. Add the water, stir in and bring to a simmer. Remove from the heat.
4. For dressing, mix all of the ingredients together in a blender and blend until incorporated.
5. Assemble the ingredients in a bowl and drizzle with the dressing.