This week I treated myself to an extra special lunch. A fresh taco salad in a homemade tortilla bowl. It was delicious!! Crisp veggies, light dressing and sharp cheese all in a flavourful and edible bowl!
Taco Salad for One
Making an editable tortilla bowl.
The recipe:
Serves one.
1 mason jar 1 large round tortilla
1tbsp olive oil
1 cup shredded lettuce (I used romaine)
1/2 medium tomato, diced
1/2 red bell pepper, diced
1/2 green bell pepper, diced
1/2 avocado, diced
1/4 cup fresh or canned corn
1/4 black beans
1tsp green onion, minced
1/4 cup shredded sharp cheddar
1tbsp sour cream
1/4 tsp chili powder
1/4 tsp paprika
1/4 tsp garlic powder
1/2 lime, juiced
Salt and pepper, to taste
Directions:
Preheat oven to 400.
Brush tortilla with olive oil and sprinkle with salt and pepper. Place a large mason jar on a baking sheet. Mold tortilla over the mason jar. Bake in the oven for a 10 minutes, or until golden brown.
Remove tortilla from oven and place diced vegetables, corn and beans inside.
Top with shredded cheese, sour cream, fresh lime juice and spices. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
*If desired top with grilled chicken breast, seasoned steak, ground beef or cooked shrimp.
This recipe is simple, fast and delicious.
It makes an excellent lunch for one or dinner for friends!
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