Taco Salad with Cheeseburger Subs Leftovers
Ingredients:
- 1 pound ground beef (leftover from cheeseburger subs)
- 1 head of lettuce, shredded (leftover from yesterday’s meal)
- 2 tomatoes, diced (leftover from yesterday’s meal)
- 1 cup mild cheddar cheese, shredded
- 1/2 cup Ortega sauce
- 1/2 cup sour cream
- 1 can (15 oz) refried beans
- Jalapeños (optional, for serving)
Instructions:
- Prepare the Ground Beef:
- Reheat the leftover ground beef from the cheeseburger subs in a skillet over medium heat. Break it up with a spatula and cook until heated through.
- Assemble the Base:
- In a large salad bowl, layer the shredded lettuce as the base.
- Add Tomatoes and Cheese:
- Sprinkle the diced tomatoes and shredded cheddar cheese over the lettuce.
- Top with Ground Beef:
- Spoon the reheated ground beef over the salad, distributing it evenly.
- Drizzle with Ortega Sauce:
- Drizzle Ortega sauce over the top of the salad for a flavorful kick. Adjust the amount to your taste.
- Garnish with Sour Cream:
- Add dollops of sour cream on top of the salad. You can either drizzle it or serve it in separate dollops.
- Prepare Refried Beans:
- Heat the refried beans in a saucepan over medium heat until warmed through. Serve them on the side.
- Serve with Jalapeños:
- If you like some extra heat, serve the salad with sliced jalapeños on the side.
- Toss and Enjoy:
- Optionally, toss the ingredients together just before serving to combine the flavors. Alternatively, leave it layered for a visually appealing presentation.
- Serve Immediately:
- Serve the taco salad immediately, allowing everyone to customize their servings with refried beans and jalapeños on the side.
This Taco Salad is a great way to repurpose leftovers into a fresh and flavorful meal. Feel free to customize it further with your favorite toppings or additional ingredients. Enjoy!
