Step 1

In a large skillet, brown the ground beef with chopped onion over medium heat. Drain the grease.

Step 2

Add taco seasoning and water per instructions on the packet. Bring the taco seasoning to a boil, then lower the heat to simmer for 5 minutes. Set aside and allow the taco meat to thoroughly cool.

Step 3

Put romaine lettuce in a large bowl. Add chopped red pepper, black beans, crushed nacho chips, half of the shredded cheese, half of the grape tomatoes and all of the taco meat.

Step 4

Pour Catalina dressing over the classic taco salad and toss to coat.

Step 5

Top with the remaining shredded cheese and grape tomatoes. Chill until you're ready to serve. Enjoy!