Doritos Taco Salad is a vibrant, crunchy, flavor-packed dish perfect for potlucks, weeknight dinners, or family gatherings. With seasoned ground beef, fresh veggies, cheese, and crushed Doritos tossed in a creamy dressing, it’s a crowd favorite that comes together in minutes.
Ingredients
- 1 pound ground beef
- 1 packet taco seasoning
- 1 head iceberg lettuce, chopped
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- 1/2 cup black beans, rinsed and drained (optional)
- 1/2 cup corn kernels (optional)
- 1/2 cup red onion, diced
- 1 cup Catalina or French dressing
- 2 cups Nacho Cheese Doritos, lightly crushed
Instructions
1. Cook the Beef
Brown the ground beef in a skillet over medium heat, breaking it apart as it cooks.
Drain any excess grease, then add the taco seasoning and the amount of water specified on the packet.
Simmer until thickened, then set aside to cool slightly.
2. Prepare the Vegetables
Chop the lettuce and place it in a large salad bowl.
Add the cherry tomatoes, shredded cheese, black beans, corn, and diced onion.
3. Add the Beef
Let the seasoned beef cool just enough so it won’t wilt the lettuce, then add it to the salad bowl.
4. Add Dressing
Pour the Catalina dressing over the salad.
Toss everything together until well coated.
5. Add Doritos Last
Right before serving, add the crushed Doritos.
Toss gently so the chips stay crisp.
6. Serve
Serve immediately to enjoy maximum crunch and flavor.
