Doritos Taco Salad is a delicious and easy-to-make dish that’s perfect for gatherings, potlucks, or a fun family dinner. Here’s a classic recipe for you to try:
Ingredients:
- 1 lb ground beef
- 1 packet taco seasoning
- 1 head of iceberg lettuce, chopped
- 1 can (15 oz) kidney beans, drained and rinsed
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
- 1/2 cup chopped red onion
- 1 can (15 oz) corn, drained
- 1/2 cup sliced black olives
- 1 cup Catalina dressing (or your preferred dressing)
- 1 bag (10.5 oz) Doritos, crushed
- Optional toppings: sour cream, guacamole, jalapeños, cilantro
Instructions:
- Cook the Ground Beef:
- In a large skillet, cook the ground beef over medium heat until browned. Drain the excess fat.
- Add the taco seasoning to the beef according to the packet instructions (usually requires adding some water). Cook until the seasoning is well mixed and the beef is fully cooked. Remove from heat and let it cool slightly.
- Prepare the Vegetables:
- While the beef is cooking, chop the lettuce and prepare the other vegetables (tomatoes, onion, etc.).
- Mix the Salad:
- In a large salad bowl, combine the chopped lettuce, kidney beans, shredded cheddar cheese, cherry tomatoes, chopped red onion, corn, and black olives.
- Add the Dressing:
- Pour the Catalina dressing over the salad mixture and toss until everything is well coated.
- Combine with Beef:
- Add the slightly cooled seasoned ground beef to the salad mixture and toss again to combine.
- Add Doritos:
- Just before serving, add the crushed Doritos to the salad and give it one final toss.
- Serve and Enjoy:
- Serve immediately with optional toppings like sour cream, guacamole, jalapeños, and cilantro if desired.
Tips:
- Variation: You can also add other ingredients such as avocado, bell peppers, or jalapeños depending on your taste.
- Vegetarian Option: Substitute ground beef with black beans or a meat substitute for a vegetarian version.
- Dressing Alternative: If you don’t have Catalina dressing, French dressing or a homemade mixture of ketchup, vinegar, sugar, and oil can work as a substitute.
Enjoy your Doritos Taco Salad!