Doritos Taco Salad

Here’s a classic Doritos Taco Salad—crunchy, savory, and perfect for potlucks or quick dinners 🌮🥗

🌮 Doritos Taco Salad

Ingredients

• 1 lb ground beef (or ground turkey)

• 1 packet taco seasoning

• 1 head iceberg lettuce, chopped

• 1–2 cups shredded cheddar or Mexican-blend cheese

• 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved

• ½ cup red onion, diced (optional)

• 1 can (15 oz) kidney beans or black beans, drained & rinsed (optional)

• 1–2 cups Doritos (Nacho Cheese or Cool Ranch), lightly crushed

• ¼ cup sliced black olives (optional)

Dressing

• ¾ cup Catalina dressing (classic choice)
  or

• ½ cup French dressing + ¼ cup ranch

Instructions

1. Cook the meat

   • Brown ground beef in a skillet over medium heat.

   • Drain excess fat.

   • Stir in taco seasoning and prepare according to packet directions.

   • Let cool slightly.

2. Assemble the salad

   • In a large bowl, combine lettuce, cheese, tomatoes, onion, beans, and olives.

3. Add meat & dressing

   • Add warm (not hot) taco meat.

   • Toss with dressing just before serving.

4. Add Doritos

   • Gently fold in crushed Doritos right before serving to keep them crunchy.

⭐ Tips & Variations

• Make it ahead: Prep everything separately; combine just before serving.

• Protein swaps: Shredded chicken, taco-seasoned ground turkey, or seasoned beef strips.

• Add-ons: Corn, avocado, jalapeños, or crushed Fritos.

• Lighter option: Use Greek yogurt + salsa as dressing.

🥑 Serving Ideas

• Serve as a main dish

• Scoop with extra Doritos

• Wrap leftovers in a flour tortilla

Want a Mexican street corn version, vegetarian option, or homemade Catalina dressing recipe?