Description
This Delicious Dorito Taco Salad is a quick and flavorful meal combining seasoned ground beef, fresh vegetables, crunchy Doritos, and your choice of Catalina or ranch dressing. Perfect for a satisfying lunch or dinner, it comes together in just 20 minutes and serves four.
Ingredients
Scale
Meat and Seasoning
- 1 lb ground beef
- 1 packet taco seasoning mix
- 1/4 cup water
Salad
- 6 cups lettuce, shredded
- 2 cups cherry tomatoes, halved
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- 1/2 cup red onion, diced
- 1/2 cup black beans (optional)
Toppings
- 1 cup Doritos, crushed (any flavor you like!)
- 1/2 cup Catalina dressing or ranch dressing
Instructions
- Cook the Beef: In a skillet over medium heat, cook the ground beef until it is fully browned. Drain any excess grease to keep the salad from becoming oily.
- Add Taco Seasoning: Stir in the taco seasoning mix along with 1/4 cup water, ensuring the beef is well coated. Let it simmer for 3 to 4 minutes to develop the flavors.
- Assemble the Salad: In a large salad bowl, layer the shredded lettuce, halved cherry tomatoes, shredded cheddar cheese, diced red onion, and black beans if using.
- Add the Beef: Spoon the seasoned ground beef evenly over the layered salad ingredients.
- Top with Doritos: Sprinkle the crushed Doritos across the top to add a crunchy texture that contrasts with the fresh salad elements.
- Dress and Toss: Drizzle your choice of Catalina or ranch dressing over the salad, then toss gently to combine all ingredients without crushing the Doritos too much.
- Serve Immediately: To maintain the crispiness of the Doritos, serve the salad immediately after tossing and enjoy!
Notes
- For a vegetarian version, substitute ground beef with cooked lentils or a plant-based meat alternative.
- Use gluten-free Doritos and taco seasoning if you require a gluten-free meal.
- Add avocado slices or jalapeños for extra flavor and texture.
- Black beans are optional but add protein and fiber.
- To reduce calories, use reduced-fat cheese and dressing.
