Doritos Taco Salad Recipe

Doritos Taco Salad is a fun and delicious dish that combines the crunch of Doritos with a hearty taco salad. It’s perfect for potlucks, picnics, or a simple weeknight dinner. Here’s a tasty recipe for Doritos Taco Salad:

Ingredients:

• For the Salad:
• 1 pound ground beef (or ground turkey)
• 1 packet taco seasoning mix
• 1 cup water
• 1 head of lettuce, chopped (or 1 large bag of pre-chopped lettuce)
• 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
• 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
• 1 cup black beans, drained and rinsed
• 1 cup corn kernels (fresh, frozen, or canned)
• 1/2 cup red onion, finely chopped
• 1/2 cup sliced black olives (optional)
• 1 cup Doritos, crushed (any flavor you prefer, but Cool Ranch or Nacho Cheese are popular choices)
• For the Dressing:
• 1 cup ranch dressing (or a similar creamy dressing)
• 1/4 cup salsa
• 1 tablespoon lime juice (optional, for extra zing)

Instructions:

1. Cook the Ground Beef:

• In a large skillet over medium heat, cook the ground beef until browned, breaking it up with a spoon as it cooks. Drain any excess fat.
• Add the taco seasoning mix and water to the skillet. Stir to combine and simmer for 5 minutes, or until the liquid is mostly absorbed. Set aside to cool slightly.

1. Prepare the Salad Ingredients:

• In a large bowl, combine chopped lettuce, cherry tomatoes, shredded cheddar cheese, black beans, corn, red onion, and black olives (if using).

1. Make the Dressing:

• In a small bowl, mix together ranch dressing, salsa, and lime juice (if using). Adjust seasoning to taste.

1. Assemble the Salad:

• Add the cooked ground beef mixture to the large bowl of salad ingredients and toss to combine.
• Pour the dressing over the salad and toss until everything is evenly coated.

1. Add Doritos:

• Just before serving, gently fold in the crushed Doritos. This helps to keep them crunchy. You can also serve the Doritos on the side if you prefer.

1. Serve:

• Serve immediately, or chill in the refrigerator for up to an hour before serving. This helps the flavors meld together, but adds the Doritos right before serving to keep them crispy.

Tips:

• Customize: Feel free to customize the salad with your favorite taco toppings, such as sliced jalapeños, diced avocado, or chopped cilantro.
• Vegetarian Option: To make this a vegetarian salad, replace the ground beef with a meat substitute or extra beans.
• Crunch Factor: Adding the Doritos right before serving ensures they stay crunchy and don’t get soggy.

Enjoy your delicious Doritos Taco Salad—it’s a satisfying and flavorful dish that combines the best of both salads and tacos!