Doritos Taco Salad

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Elevate your taco night with this vibrant and crunchy Doritos Taco Salad! This dish combines seasoned ground beef, crisp vegetables, and crunchy Doritos, all mixed in a tangy dressing for a delightful meal. 🌮🥗

Ingredients:

  • 1 lb ground beef
  • 1 packet taco seasoning mix
  • 1/4 cup water
  • 1 head romaine lettuce, chopped
  • 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
  • 1/2 cup red onion, diced
  • 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
  • 1 can (15 oz) black beans, drained and rinsed
  • 1 can (15 oz) corn, drained
  • 1 cup Catalina or French salad dressing
  • 2 cups Doritos, slightly crushed
  • Optional garnishes: sliced black olives, jalapeño slices, avocado wedges

Instructions:

  1. Cook the Ground Beef:
    • Heat a large skillet over medium heat and cook the ground beef until browned. Drain any excess fat.
    • Stir in the taco seasoning and water, mixing well. Let it simmer for about 5 minutes, then remove from heat and let it cool a bit.
  2. Prepare the Salad Base:
    • In a large mixing bowl, combine the chopped romaine lettuce, halved cherry tomatoes, diced red onion, shredded cheddar cheese, black beans, and corn.
  3. Incorporate the Taco Meat:
    • Once the taco meat has cooled slightly, add it to the salad mixture.
  4. Add the Dressing:
    • Drizzle the Catalina or French dressing over the salad and toss everything until well coated.
  5. Top with Doritos:
    • Just before serving, mix in the crushed Doritos for an extra crunch.
  6. Serve:
    • Serve the salad immediately, adding any optional garnishes like black olives, jalapeños, or avocado slices for added flavor.

Prep Time: 15 minutes | Cook Time: 10 minutes | Total Time: 25 minutes
Calories: Approximately 350 kcal per serving | Servings: 6