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Home » Anyone Can Cook » What To Serve With Taco Salad – The 50 Best Dishes!

What To Serve With Taco Salad – The 50 Best Dishes!

Written by Alli Doubek, Leave a comment
March 22, 2021

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If you have wondered what to serve with taco salad, this list of 50 of the best dishes will be the answer for you! New and classic ideas!

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Easy Taco Salad Sides

Whether you are thinking about lunch or dinner, a taco salad is one of those staples that always hits the spot. But when it comes to what to pair with one, that can be a little bit of a mystery. Here are some ideas for what to serve with taco salad that won’t let you down!

Easy Taco Salads

I have two taco salads that are my absolute favorites. 

This Taco Salad with Fritos is served in a trifle dish and looks amazing since you can see the layers through the glass. A vegetarian taco salad, this dish is layered with crunchy corn chips, crisp lettuce, pinto beans, tomato and so much more. Serve it with your favorite salad dressing (I suggest Catalina dressing or a Chipotle Ranch) or eat it as it is!

This Taco Salad with Doritos is an easy taco salad recipe made with crunchy Dorito chips mixed in. Served in a large bowl with iceberg lettuce, tomatoes, cheddar cheese, lean ground beef and more, you can eat this dish for lunch, dinner or leftovers. Top this Dorito taco salad recipe with a French dressing, Catalina or choose your favorite. 

Here are some things that you can serve with your classic taco salad recipe. They range from new recipes that you may not have thought of to classic staples, but they are all great options with fresh ingredients that the whole family will love. 

What to Serve With Taco Salad

When you are serving a delicious taco salad, you have to have the right recipes to pair with it. These scrumptious recipe ideas will not only fill your table, they'll fill your stomach!

Homemade Guacamole

This creamy Homemade Guacamole is the perfect pairing with your taco salad. Made with lime juice, creamy avocado, tomatoes, and more, you can serve it with tortilla chips or put it right on top.

Easy Doritos Chicken Tenders

These Easy Doritos Chicken Tenders are a crunchy and delicious pairing for your taco salad meal. With only three ingredients, anyone can make them.

Mushroom And Corn Sauté

This easy Mushroom and Corn Sauté is one of those easy and tasty sides for any occasion. A hearty vegetarian option that will pair nicely with salad.

Easy Stuffed Mushrooms - Only Three Ingredients!

These Easy Stuffed Mushrooms have only three ingredients, so they really are the easiest you're going to find. Stuffed with cheese and topped with parmesan, they will become one of your favorite side dishes.

Potato Chip Chicken

This Potato Chip Chicken is a moist and flavorful dinner recipe covered in crunchy chips. A chicken drumstick finger food to go perfectly with your salad.

Sweet And Spicy Grilled Corn On The Cob

This Sweet and Spicy Grilled Corn On The Cob is full of spicy maple goodness. Roasted on the grill, you can't go wrong with this one.

Easy 7-Layer Taco Dip

This Easy 7-Layer Taco Dip is a vegetarian dip that everyone will love. With layers of salsa, cheese, refried beans and more, this is an easy recipe to make and serve with chips or veggies.

Stuffed Taco Crescent Rolls

These Stuffed Taco Crescent Rolls are full of taco meat and cheesy goodness. Serve them with a side of salsa and some taco salad for a great meal.

Mac And Cheese Soup - A Hearty Dinner

This Mac and Cheese Soup is hearty and delicious. Comfort food that you can make any time of year.

Copycat Taco Bell Crunchwrap Supreme

This easy Copycat Taco Bell Crunchwrap Supreme is one of the best copycat recipes you're going to find. All of your favorite Taco Bell flavors.

Black Eyed Pea Taco Dip

This Black Eyed Pea Taco Dip is a fun twist on a classic. With layers of bacon, black olives, black eyed peas and more, this is a tasty side or starter.

Crispy Asparagus Fries

These Crispy Asparagus Fries are a delicious finger food that you'll make over and over. With a parmesan crust and lots of flavor, this is a family friendly side everyone will love.

Spicy Mac And Cheese

This Spicy Mac and Cheese is a homemade macaroni and cheese with a twist. The perfect main meal to make with a taco salad.

Stuffed Poblano Peppers 

These Stuffed Poblano Peppers are chock full of rice, tomatoes, beans, corn, and more. With a melted cheese topping, these make a great meal.

Homemade Yeast Rolls Recipe

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These delicious homemade Yeast Rolls are warm, soft, and go with any meal. They smell fantastic too.

Parsley Potatoes

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These Parsley Potatoes are a delicious alternative to baked potatoes and they are super easy to make. Plus, they go with everything.

Quick Beer Bread Recipe

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This Quick Beer Bread recipe is a great way to make your own loaves of bread at home. With no yeast, this is one you can make quickly.

Easy Jalapeno Poppers Recipe

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These easy Jalapeno Poppers are a tasty finger food no matter what you're having for dinner. With cheese and bacon, these are a great side dish or starter.

Mexican Casserole

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A delicious Mexican Casserole with pork or chicken, tomatoes, and cheese, this is a great main to pair with salad.

Easy Cheesy Enchilada Rice

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This Easy Cheesy Enchilada Rice recipe is a filling side dish with tons of flavor. Perfect for serving with fajitas, tacos or a taco salad.

Easy Black Bean Soup

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This Easy Black Bean Soup recipe is made with staples from your pantry. A vegetarian black bean soup that is filling, comforting and tasty.

Moroccan Sweet Potato Salad

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This Moroccan Sweet Potato Salad has bold and delicious flavors. With a delicious dressing, this is bound to please everyone.

Mexican Watermelon Cucumber Salad

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This Mexican Watermelon Cucumber Salad is a refreshing idea. With Tajin, watermelon, cucumber, and toasted pepitas, the flavor is amazing.

Slow Cooker Chicken Tortilla Soup

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Made in the slow cooker, this Chicken Tortilla Soup has rich and delicious flavors. Set it and forget it until it is time for dinner.

Chipotle Corn Salsa (10 Minute Copycat Recipe)

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This easy copycat Chipotle Corn Salsa recipe will remind you of your favorite burrito bowl. Made in only a few minutes, this is a great side made with only a couple simple ingredients.

Mexican Quinoa

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This healthy vegetarian quinoa recipe made with Mexican seasoning, beans and vegetables has a ton of delicious protein and fiber and is super easy to make.

Cornbread {keto, paleo options}

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This gluten-free, dairy-free and sugar-free cornbread recipe is super easy to make. Moist and fluffy, you can choose to make it keto or paleo as well.

Mexican Spaghetti Squash Hash Browns (Gluten-Free, Vegan, Paleo)

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This Mexican Spaghetti Squash Hash Browns is a twist on your typical breakfast hash recipes. A veggie-packed meal that is gluten-free, vegan, and allergy-friendly.

Grilled Plantains

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These Grilled Plantains are the way to go! With a delicious smokey taste, this is a new take on your favorite plantains recipe!

Chile Con Queso dip

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This delicious cheesy Chile Con Queso dip is made with authentic roasted New Mexican green chiles. An easy and delicious dip that you can pair with chips or veggies.

Mexican Spaghetti Recipe

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This Mexican Spaghetti recipe is something you may not have thought of before. Filled with seasoned ground beef, cheese, red and green pepper, corn, and more, this is a fun family friendly dinner.

Pico de Gallo Salsa

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This healthy Pico de Gallo Salsa full of fresh tomatoes, red onion,
yellow and red pepper, and cilantro with just the right amount of spice! Perfect for serving with nacho chips on the side.

Instant Pot Fajita Rice

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This easy Instant Pot Fajita Rice is a fantastic side dish for dinner. Full of chicken and lots of cheese, this is a great rice dish everyone will love.

Healthy Chicken Taco "Cupcakes"

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These Chicken Taco Wontons "Cupcakes" have all of your favorite taco flavors into a neat little bowl. Perfect for taco night.

Homemade Salsa Restaurant Style

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This Homemade Salsa is a classic sauce that pairs perfectly with Mexican night. Whether you're having taco Tuesday or having an easy weeknight meal of tacos or taco salad, this is a staple.

Brown Rice and Bean Bake

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This tasty Mexican flavored Brown Rice and Bean Bake is a fantastic vegetarian main or side to pair with your dinner.

Queso Blanco Recipe

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This Queso Blanco Recipe is a creamy cheese dip with a little kick. A restaurant copycat recipe that you can make in minutes.

Mexican Street Corn Salad

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This Mexican Street Corn Salad is made up of a delicious sweet corn with crema and a little spice. A great twist on the classic.

Warm Taco Slaw

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This Warm Taco Slaw is a different and delicious dish that you may not have thought of before. If you like egg rolls in a bowl, this is the taco version.

Taco Soup Recipe

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This cheesy Taco Soup recipe is filled with delicious ground beef, black beans, enchilada sauce, cheddar and Monterey Jack cheese, sour cream, and more. Serve it spicy or mild - your choice.

Easy Mexican Deviled Eggs

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Mexican Deviled Eggs may not have been something you thought of, but it's time to discover them. Easy to whip up, these are a great side or starter.

Beef Barbacoa Recipe In The Slow Cooker

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This gluten-free Beef Barbacoa Recipe in the Slow Cooker is a great way to have your restaurant flavors in your own kitchen. Serve it in tacos or eat it by itself.

Potato Skins

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These Crispy Potato Skins are topped with lots of cheese, smokey bacon, and green onions. A perfect finger food to go along with your salad.

Garlic Bread Grilled Cheese Sandwiches

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These Garlic Bread Grilled Cheese Sandwiches are your favorite garlic bread with gooey melted cheese. A fantastic sandwich any day of the week.

Crispy Black Bean Tacos with Avocado-Lime Sauce

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These Crispy Black Bean Tacos have a delicious avocado lime sauce that you are going to love. A fantastic vegetarian option for any palate.

Black Beans and Rice - Guatemalan Arroz Negro

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This Guatemalan black beans and rice dish gets a healthy boost from black turtle beans. A classic that you could get at a restaurant.

Easy Seasoned Refried Beans

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These Easy Seasoned Refried Beans are the perfect side dish in a fraction of the time!

Olive Garden Breadsticks Recipe

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This is an excellent Olive Garden Breadsticks copycat recipe that you can make at home! Soft and delicious!

Elote Mexican Corn on the Cob Mexico Street Food

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This Elote Mexican Corn on the Cob is a Mexico Street Food that is found on street corners in the Mexican street food areas. A delicious finger food you'll want to eat!

Arroz Verde - Mexican Green Rice - Spinach Rice Pilaf

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This light and fluffy Mexican rice is a healthy side made with fresh spinach. Vegan and gluten-free, this is a great option for lots of meals.

If you’re looking for other pairings, make sure to read what to serve with sweet potatoes and what to serve with chicken parmesan!

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