Beef Confetti Taco Salad

Enjoy this salad at home on Taco Tuesday or any night of the week. Your favorite taco ingredients are deconstructed and served up on a salad. No taco shell needed. This Beef. It's What's For Dinner. recipe is certified by the American Heart Association®.

Ingredients

• 1 pound Ground Beef (96% lean)
• 2/3 cup salsa
• 1/2 cup low-fat shredded Cheddar cheese
• 1 medium tomato, chopped (about one cup)
• 8 cups mixed salad greens
• 1/2 cup diced bell pepper
• 1/4 cup thinly sliced red onion

Instructions

1. Heat large nonstick skillet over medium heat until hot. Add Ground Beef; cook 8 to 10 minutes, breaking into 3/4-inch crumbles and stirring occasionally. Pour off drippings. Stir in salsa; cook 2 minutes. Remove skillet from heat; keep warm.

   Cook's Tip: Cooking times are for fresh or thoroughly thawed ground beef. Ground beef should be cooked to an internal temperature of 160?°F. Color is not a reliable indicator of ground beef doneness.

2. Line 4 plates with salad greens. Divide beef mixture among 4 plates. Top beef with cheese, tomato, pepper and onion. Garnish with olives and dressing, as desired.

   Cook's Tip: Optional Toppings: sliced ripe olives, prepared ranch or French dressing