This Dorito Taco Salad is a fun and flavorful twist on a classic taco salad, combining savory seasoned ground beef with fresh salad ingredients and the irresistible crunch of Doritos. It’s a quick and easy meal that’s perfect for a casual weeknight dinner or a crowd-pleasing potluck dish.
Ingredients:
For the Salad:
Ingredients:
Quantity
Ground beef
1 pound
Taco seasoning
1 packet
Water
¼ cup
Romaine lettuce, chopped
1 head
Cherry tomatoes, halved
2 cups
Shredded Cheddar cheese
1 cup
Red onion, diced
½ cup
Black beans, drained and rinsed
1 can (15 oz)
Corn kernels (fresh, canned, or frozen)
1 cup
Crushed Doritos (nacho cheese flavor)
2 cups
For the Dressing:
Ingredients:
Quantity
Catalina dressing (or ranch dressing)
1 cup
Lime juice (optional)
Juice of 1 lime
Instructions:
Cook the Ground Beef: In a large skillet over medium heat, cook the ground beef until browned, breaking it apart with a spatula. Drain any excess fat. Add the taco seasoning and water, and stir until the beef is well coated. Let it simmer for 2-3 minutes. Remove from heat and set aside to cool slightly.
Prepare the Salad: In a large salad bowl, combine the chopped lettuce, halved cherry tomatoes, shredded cheese, diced red onion, black beans, and corn. Toss until evenly mixed.
Add Beef & Doritos: Add the seasoned ground beef to the salad mixture and toss to combine. Just before serving, add the crushed Doritos to maintain their crunch.
Dress the Salad: Pour the Catalina dressing over the salad and gently toss until all ingredients are well coated. If desired, add a squeeze of lime juice for extra tang.
Serve: Serve the Dorito Taco Salad immediately, while the Doritos are still crispy. Enjoy!
