For the Beef:

• 1 pound lean ground beef
• 1 tablespoon chili powder
• 1 teaspoon ground cumin
• 1/2 tsp smoked paprika
• 1/2 tsp onion powder
• 1/2 tsp garlic powder
• 1/2 tsp dried oregano
• 1/2 tsp salt
• Cayenne pepper to taste (optional)
• 1/2 cup mild salsa

For the Salad:

• 1 large head romaine lettuce, chopped (about 8 cups)
• 1 1/2 cups cherry tomatoes, halved (or 2 Roma tomatoes, chopped)
• 1 cup black beans, rinsed and drained
• 2 ears sweet corn
• 1/4 cup chopped red onions
• 2 avocados, sliced or chopped
• 1/3 cup roasted and salted sunflower seeds
• 1/2 cup shredded pepper Jack cheese or sharp cheddar
• Tortilla Chips or Doritos, slightly crushed to taste
• 1 Recipe Cilantro Lime Dressing