1) Cook the meat using the instructions on the taco seasoning packet. Refrigerate right away. You want it cold before you stack your salad. 2) 3) Slice/dice the tomatoes 4) Layer as follows: - Salad Dressing - Salsa - Tomatoes - Taco meat - Cheese - Lettuces When you are ready to eat, turn the jar upside down and shake to distribute the salsa. Then pour into a bowl and add the tortilla strips.