How To Make A Taco Salad, Fully Loaded

Directions

1. 1
   Heat the vegetable oil in a large skillet over medium heat, and when it's hot, saut the onion and garlic until fragrant about 2minutes. Stir frequently to prevent sticking and burning.
2. 2
   Add the ground beef and taco seasoning and saut, breaking up chunks with a wooden spoon, until cooked through. Season with salt and pepper to taste, then drain off and discard excess fat and set beef aside to cool slightly.
3. 3
   Place a layer of shredded lettuce on a large plate, then place a generous scoop of seasoned ground beef in the center.Working from the inside out, add a layer each of tortilla chips, cherry tomatoes, pickled jalapeos, black beans and half a tablespoonof scallions.
4. 4
   Add evenly spaced dollops of chopped green chile.
5. 5
   Garnish with a dollop of sour cream, the remaining sliced scallions and a sprinkle of shredded cheese and serve immediately.