Taco Salad

½ pound lean ground beef
1 can black beans, rinsed and drained
½ onion, chopped
1 pkg. Taco seasoning
¾ cup water
½ head of lettuce, torn in bite size pieces
1 can black olives
1 cup frozen corn, thawed
½ bag tortilla chips, slightly broken
1-2 cups shredded cheese
Sour cream, chopped tomatoes, and sliced green onions optional

Cook ground beef; drain. Add onions and black beans. Cook until onions are tender. Add taco seasonings and water, heat to a boil; reduce heat and simmer for a few minutes. Remove from heat and allow to cool.

Meanwhile, tear up the lettuce in a large bowl. Combine meat mixture with lettuce; add olives, corn, chips, and cheese.

Serve with sour cream, tomatoes, and green onions if desired.

***Cooked ground beef can be substituted with cooked cubed chicken.

Vegetarian Variation: Omit beef.