Taco Salad

Ingredients (30)

• For the taco meat:
• 2 teaspoons olive oil or avocado oil
• 1 lb lean ground beef
• 1 tablespoon chili powder
• 1 1/2 teaspoons ground cumin
• 1 teaspoon kosher salt
• 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
• 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
• 1/2 teaspoon onion powder
• 1/4 teaspoon dried oregano
• 1/2 cup water
• For the salad:
• 1 head romaine lettuce,
• 15 ounces black beans,
• 1 cup shredded Mexican blend or cheddar cheese
• 1 1/2 cups grape tomatoes,
• 1 large avocado peeled,
• 1/3 cup loosely packed cilantro leaves
• 1/4 red onion,
• 6 ounces tortilla chips,
• Optional toppings for serving:
• Pico de gallo
• Salsa
• Sour cream
• Sliced black olives
• Jalapeno slices
• Red onion slices
• Lime wedges
• Hot sauce
• Creamy Cilantro Lime Dressing,