Ohhh yes š®š§ Doritos Taco Saladācrispy, crunchy, cheesy, and packed with all your favorite taco flavors. Itās like a taco in salad form with that addictive Doritos crunch. Hereās a classic, easy version.
š® Doritos Taco Salad
Ingredients (serves 2ā4)
- 4 cups Doritos (Nacho Cheese or Cool Ranch work great)
- 1/2 lb (225 g) ground beef
- 1 packet taco seasoning (or homemade: chili powder, cumin, paprika, garlic powder, salt)
- 4 cups chopped lettuce (romaine or iceberg)
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
- 1/2 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- 1/4 cup sliced black olives (optional)
- 1/4 cup diced red onion (optional)
- 1/2 cup salsa or taco sauce
- 1/4 cup sour cream or ranch dressing
Instructions
1ļøā£ Cook beef
- In a skillet over medium heat, cook ground beef until browned.
- Drain excess fat.
- Stir in taco seasoning with 2ā3 tbsp water (or follow package directions). Simmer 2ā3 min.
2ļøā£ Assemble salad
- In a large bowl, layer chopped lettuce, cooked beef, cherry tomatoes, olives, and red onion.
- Sprinkle shredded cheese over the top.
3ļøā£ Add Doritos & dressing
- Just before serving, crush Doritos slightly and sprinkle over the salad for crunch.
- Drizzle salsa and sour cream (or ranch) over the top.
4ļøā£ Toss & serve
- Gently toss to combine just before eating to keep Doritos from getting soggy.
Pro Tips
- Crunch factor: add Doritos at the last minute.
- Extra flavor: add avocado, jalapeƱos, or pickled jalapeƱos.
- Make it hearty: serve in taco bowls or tortilla shells for a fun presentation.
- Spice it up: add a dash of hot sauce or chili flakes.
I can also give a āloaded, restaurant-style Doritos taco saladā with layers of seasoned beans, corn, guacamole, and melted cheese thatās super indulgent and perfect for a party š.
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