Description
This Dorito Taco Salad is a fun and flavorful twist on classic taco salad! Crunchy nacho cheese Doritos are tossed with seasoned ground beef, crisp lettuce, juicy tomatoes, and shredded cheese, then topped with a zesty Catalina dressing. It’s quick to make, super satisfying, and perfect for potlucks, weeknight dinners, or summer cookouts.
Ingredients
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1 lb ground beef
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1 packet taco seasoning (or 2 tbsp homemade taco seasoning)
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1/4 cup water
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1 head iceberg lettuce, chopped
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2 cups cherry tomatoes, halved
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1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
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1 can (15 oz) kidney beans or black beans, drained and rinsed
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1/2 cup sliced black olives (optional)
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1/2 red onion, diced (optional)
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3 cups Nacho Cheese Doritos, slightly crushed
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1 cup Catalina dressing (or French dressing)
Instructions
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In a skillet over medium heat, cook the ground beef until browned.
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Drain excess grease, then add taco seasoning and water. Stir and simmer for 5 minutes. Remove from heat and let cool slightly.
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In a large salad bowl, combine chopped lettuce, tomatoes, shredded cheese, beans, olives, and onion.
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Add the slightly cooled taco meat to the salad.
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Just before serving, toss in the crushed Doritos and drizzle with Catalina dressing.
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Gently toss everything together and serve immediately.
Notes
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Only mix in the Doritos and dressing right before serving to keep the chips crunchy.
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Feel free to add avocado, sour cream, or jalapeños for extra flavor.
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You can use ground turkey or chicken instead of beef if you prefer.