Description

Looking for an easy recipe that’s crunchy, cheesy, and packed with flavor? This Doritos Taco Salad is your go-to for quick dinners, potlucks, or casual lunches. It combines seasoned ground beef, crisp lettuce, juicy tomatoes, shredded cheddar, and crushed nacho cheese Doritos in one unforgettable bowl. Drizzled with a zesty dressing and ready in under 30 minutes, it’s a perfect pick for those craving a hearty yet fun salad. Whether you’re looking for quick dinner ideas, a family-friendly lunch, or a crowd-pleasing party dish, this recipe hits the spot every time.

Ingredients

1 pound ground beef

1 packet taco seasoning

8 cups chopped romaine lettuce

1 cup halved cherry tomatoes

1 cup shredded cheddar cheese

2 cups crushed Nacho Cheese Doritos

1/2 cup diced red onion

1/2 cup Catalina or Ranch dressing

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Instructions

1. In a large skillet over medium heat, cook the ground beef until fully browned. Drain excess fat.

2. Add taco seasoning and 1/4 cup of water. Stir and simmer until thickened, about 3–5 minutes.

3. Meanwhile, prep your vegetables: chop the romaine, halve cherry tomatoes, and dice the red onion.

4. In a large salad bowl, layer lettuce, cooked beef, tomatoes, onions, and cheddar cheese.

5. Right before serving, top with crushed Doritos and drizzle dressing over the salad.

6. Toss gently to combine and serve immediately for best crunch.

Notes

For the best crunch, add Doritos and dressing just before serving.

You can easily swap ground beef with ground turkey or a vegetarian crumble for a lighter option.

Prep Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 10 minutes
Category: Salad
Method: No-Bake, Stovetop
Cuisine: Tex-Mex

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1.5 cups
Calories: 490
Sugar: 6g
Sodium: 880mg
Fat: 32g
Saturated Fat: 12g
Unsaturated Fat: 16g
Trans Fat: 1g
Carbohydrates: 26g
Fiber: 3g
Protein: 22g
Cholesterol: 65mg