Description
This Doritos Taco Salad is a fun, customizable meal perfect for taco night! With crunchy Doritos, seasoned ground beef, fresh vegetables, and a creamy dressing combo, it’s a deliciously easy and satisfying dish
Ingredients
- 1 large bag of Nacho Cheese Doritos, broken into bite-sized pieces (but not crumbs)
- 1 pound lean ground beef
- 1 packet taco seasoning
- 1 red onion, diced
- 2 cups shredded cheddar cheese
- 1 head lettuce, shredded
- 6 tomatoes, chopped
- ½ cup Italian dressing
- 2 cups ranch dressing
Instructions
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Cook the Meat:
In a skillet, crumble and brown the ground beef over medium heat. Drain any excess fat.
Stir in the taco seasoning packet, Italian dressing, and ranch dressing. Let it simmer until the liquid is absorbed. -
Prepare the Vegetables:
Shred the lettuce, dice the onion, and chop the tomatoes. Place each in separate bowls for a customizable salad experience. -
Assemble the Salad:
To serve, set up the lettuce, tomatoes, onion, cheddar cheese, and Doritos in separate bowls alongside the seasoned meat.
Each person can build their salad by layering the ingredients they prefer. -
Optional: Pre-Mix:
For a ready-to-serve option, mix the lettuce, tomatoes, onion, cheddar cheese, Doritos, and taco meat together in a large serving bowl. -
Serve and Enjoy:
Dig in and enjoy this delicious, customizable Doritos Taco Salad!
Notes
- You can also add jalapeños or olives for a spicier, more tangy version.
- For a healthier twist, use baked Doritos or a lower-fat ranch dressing.
- Customize the salad by adding other veggies like bell peppers or corn.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 500
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 30g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 20g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 35g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 25g
- Cholesterol: 50mg