Cooking Instructions

Follow these steps for perfect results

Ingredients

0/9 checked
6
servings
8 unit

cream cheese

softened

16 unit

cottage cheese

full fat

1 unit

taco seasoning

1 unit

taco sauce

1 unit

onion

diced

2 unit

tomatoes

diced

0.5 unit

lettuce

diced

2 cup

shredded cheese

1 unit

nachos

Step 1
~3 min

Mix cream cheese and cottage cheese in a bowl.

Step 2
~3 min

Add taco seasoning to the cheese mixture and combine well.

Step 3
~3 min

Spread the cheese mixture evenly on a flat serving tray or platter.

Step 4
~3 min

Spread taco sauce over the cheese mixture.

Step 5
~3 min

Layer diced onion over the taco sauce.

Step 6
~3 min

Sprinkle shredded cheese evenly over the onions.

Step 7
~3 min

Add diced lettuce on top of the cheese.

Step 8
~3 min

Garnish with diced tomatoes.

Step 9
~3 min

Serve immediately with nachos.

Pro Tips & Suggestions

Expert advice for the best results

Add ground beef or shredded chicken for a heartier salad.

Use different types of cheese for variety.

Top with sour cream or guacamole.

Cooking Experience

Everything you need to know before you start

Time & Preparation

Cleanup Time

5 minutes

Batch Cooking
Friendly
Make Ahead

Cheese mixture can be made ahead of time.

Freezable
Kid Friendly

Cooking Environment

Messiness Level
Medium
Smell Intensity
Medium
Noise Level
Low
Elder Friendly
Suitable for seniors

Plating & Presentation

Serving Suggestions

Serve with extra taco sauce and sour cream.

Serve as an appetizer or a light meal.

Perfect Pairings

Food Pairings

Refried beans
Mexican rice

Drink Pairings

Cultural Heritage

Discover the story behind this recipe

Origin & Tradition

Region of Origin

Tex-Mex

Cultural Significance

Popular party food.

Style

Occasions & Celebrations

Festive Uses

Cinco de Mayo
Super Bowl

Occasion Tags

Party
Game Day
Casual Dinner

Popularity Score

70/100

More Mexican Lunch Recipes

Discover more delicious Mexican Lunch recipes to expand your culinary repertoire

Mexican
Easy
C+

Cheese and Black Bean Quesadillas

4.0
(897 reviews)

Quick and easy Mexican quesadillas filled with cheese and flavorful black beans. Perfect for a weeknight meal or a party snack.

30 min
350 cal
Vegetarian
Gluten-Free (if using corn tortillas)
85%
75
Mexican
Medium
A-

Sweet Potato Tacos with Black Beans and Avocado Cream

4.1
(373 reviews)

Delicious Mexican-inspired tacos filled with sweet potatoes, black beans, and a creamy avocado sauce. A vegetarian delight!

50 min
350 cal
Vegetarian
Gluten-Free (if using corn tortillas)
75%
78
Mexican
Medium
B+

Mexican Chicken Tostadas

4.1
(1734 reviews)

A flavorful and easy-to-make Mexican Chicken Tostadas recipe with crispy tortillas, seasoned chicken, and fresh toppings.

35 min
350 cal
Gluten-Free (if using gluten-free tortillas)
70%
75
Mexican
Easy
C+

Chicken Quesadillas

4.1
(1917 reviews)

Easy and flavorful chicken quesadillas perfect for a quick meal.

20 min
400 cal
Comfort Food
75%
70
Mexican
Easy
A-

Super Taco Salad

4.4
(478 reviews)

A quick and easy taco salad with classic flavors and textures.

20 min
450 cal
Vegetarian
Gluten-Free (if using gluten-free chips)
75%
70
Mexican
Medium
A-

Sopa de Tortilla

4.4
(1206 reviews)

A hearty and flavorful Tortilla Soup perfect for a quick and easy meal.

30 min
350 cal
Gluten-Free
80%
75
Mexican
Easy
C+

Taco Salad: A Delicious and Customizable Family Meal

4.1
(52 reviews)

A quick and easy taco salad with seasoned ground beef, fresh vegetables, cheese, and nacho chips.

30 min
450 cal
Gluten-Free (if using gluten-free chips)
Dairy
80%
75
Mexican
Easy
A-

Beef Burritos

4.4
(1811 reviews)

Quick and easy beef burritos filled with seasoned ground beef, refried beans, and cheddar cheese.

20 min
350 cal
Gluten-free adaptable
Dairy
75%
70