Ultimate Taco Salad with Avocado Ranch Dressing

For Taco Salad:

ground beef

Homemade Taco Seasoning (OR one packet store-bought seasoning)

large head lettuce, chopped (green leaf, iceberg, or 2 small heads hearts of Romaine)

black beans, rinsed & drained

fresh corn (sliced from two roasted cobs)

grape tomatoes, halved

grated cheddar

Crushed tortilla chips

Optional garnishes: sliced pickled jalapeños, sliced black olives, sour cream, salsa, chopped cilantro

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For Avocado Ranch Dressing:

large avocados

Ranch dressing (homemade or bottled)

milk or buttermilk (plus more, as needed, to achieve desired consistency)

chopped cilantro leaves

garlic salt

Freshly ground black pepper