Description
Dorito Taco Salad is a flavorful and easy-to-make twist on the classic taco salad, featuring crunchy Nacho Cheese Doritos, seasoned ground beef, fresh veggies, cheese, and a creamy dressing. Perfect for weeknight meals, potlucks, or casual gatherings.
Ingredients
- 1 lb ground beef
- 1 packet taco seasoning
- 1/4 cup water
- 1 head iceberg lettuce, chopped
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- 2 cups Nacho Cheese Doritos, slightly crushed
- 1/2 cup Catalina or ranch dressing
- Optional toppings: sliced olives, diced red onion, black beans, sour cream, jalapeños
Instructions
- Brown the ground beef in a skillet over medium heat until fully cooked. Drain excess grease.
- Stir in taco seasoning and water, simmer until meat is well coated and flavorful.
- In a large bowl, combine chopped lettuce, halved cherry tomatoes, and shredded cheddar cheese.
- Add the seasoned beef to the bowl and toss everything together.
- Just before serving, add crushed Doritos and drizzle with dressing. Toss gently to coat.
- Top with any optional ingredients and serve immediately.
Notes
- Add Doritos just before serving to maintain crunch.
- Switch up dressings to suit your taste, such as French or chipotle.
- Make it vegetarian by replacing meat with black beans or lentils.
- Prepare ingredients ahead and assemble just before serving for best texture.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 420
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 780mg
- Fat: 26g
- Saturated Fat: 9g
- Unsaturated Fat: 14g
- Trans Fat: 1g
- Carbohydrates: 28g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 20g
- Cholesterol: 60mg
