Mexican-Style Cheeseburger Salad

Satisfy your craving with our Mexican-Style Cheeseburger Salad! It’s a fiesta on a plate, blending the best of burgers and salads. With zesty ground beef patties seasoned to perfection and nestled atop a bed of crisp romaine, juicy tomatoes, and sharp cheddar jack cheese, every bite is a burst of flavor. Drizzle with lime juice, toss in some salsa, and crown it with guacamole for that irresistible Mexican twist. Crunchy tostada shells add the perfect crunch. Quick to prep in just 10 minutes and ready to enjoy in 8 minutes of cook time, it’s a vibrant, delicious meal that’ll leave you craving more!

Prep Time: 10 min
Cook Time: 8 min

Ingredients:

  • 1 large container romaine hearts, chopped
  • 2 roma tomatoes, diced
  • ½ red onion, sliced thin
  • 1 lb lean ground beef
  • 1 tbsp chili powder
  • 1 tbsp cumin powder
  • 2 cups shredded cheddar jack cheese
  • 1 lime, juiced
  • Salsa, for serving
  • Tostada shells, slightly smashed for serving
  • Guacamole, for serving

Directions:

In a large bowl, mix together ground beef, chili powder, salt and pepper. Divide into 4 sections to create 4 hamburger patties. 

In a large frying pan over medium-high heat, add a little bit of olive oil and place your burgers in the pan. Be sure to leave a little room between the burgers so they brown and don’t steam. Cook for 3 minutes per side for medium. Remove from the heat and set aside.

In a clean, large bowl, toss together the romaine hearts, roma tomatoes, red onion and shredded cheese. Pour the lime juice, a little olive oil, salt and pepper over the salad and toss to coat. Divide among serving dishes, top with the burger, salsa, broken tostada shells and guacamole.

Other Ways To Prepare This Meal:

Plant-based: Use veggie burgers and vegan cheese shreds.

Add spice: Add pickled jalapenos to the salad or use hot chili powder in the burgers.

Kid-friendly: Serve their burger and salad in a whole wheat tortilla.