Description
Try this Doritos Taco Salad for a fun and flavorful meal. Crunchy Doritos, seasoned beef, and fresh veggies come together in this crowd-pleasing taco salad recipe
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb ground beef
- 1 packet taco seasoning mix
- 1 head of lettuce, chopped (romaine or iceberg)
- 2 cups cherry tomatoes, halved
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- 1 can (15 oz) black beans, drained and rinsed
- 1 cup corn kernels (fresh, canned, or frozen)
- 1/2 cup sliced black olives (optional)
- 1/2 red onion, finely chopped
- 2 cups Doritos chips, crushed
- 1 cup Catalina dressing (or your preferred salad dressing)
- Fresh cilantro, chopped for garnish (optional)
Instructions
- Cook the Ground Beef:
- In a large skillet, cook the ground beef over medium-high heat until browned. Drain any excess fat.
- Add the taco seasoning mix and a little water according to the package instructions. Simmer for a few minutes until the beef is fully seasoned and the liquid is absorbed. Remove from heat and set aside to cool slightly.
- Assemble the Salad:
- In a large salad bowl, combine the chopped lettuce, cherry tomatoes, shredded cheddar cheese, black beans, corn, sliced black olives, and chopped red onion.
- Add the cooked and slightly cooled ground beef to the salad mixture.
- Add the Doritos:
- Just before serving, add the crushed Doritos to the salad for that signature crunch.
- Dress and Serve:
- Drizzle the Catalina dressing over the salad and toss to combine.
- Garnish with fresh cilantro if desired.
Notes
- This Doritos Taco Salad is a fun and flavorful twist on the classic taco salad, featuring crunchy Doritos chips, seasoned ground beef, and fresh veggies.
- The combination of textures and flavors makes this salad a crowd-pleaser, perfect for potlucks, parties, or a quick family meal.
- Customize the salad with your favorite taco toppings like sour cream, guacamole, or extra cheese.
- Prep Time: 10
- Cook Time: 25 min
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Pan-searing
- Cuisine: Mexican-American
Nutrition
- Calories: 320 kcal
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 20g
- Carbohydrates: 15g
- Protein: 22g