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Doritos Taco Salad

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Doritos Taco Salad is a crunchy and colorful dish featuring seasoned ground beef, fresh vegetables, cheese, and crushed Doritos tossed with Catalina dressing. This easy salad is perfect for potlucks, family dinners, and casual gatherings.

Ingredients

  • 1 pound ground beef
  • 1 packet taco seasoning
  • ⅔ cup water
  • 1 head iceberg lettuce, chopped
  • 2 cups cherry tomatoes, halved
  • 1 can (15 ounces) black beans, drained and rinsed
  • 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
  • 1 cup shredded Mexican cheese blend
  • 1 bag (9.25 ounces) Nacho Cheese Doritos, lightly crushed
  • ½ cup sliced black olives
  • ½ cup diced red onion
  • 1 cup Catalina dressing

Instructions

  1. Cook the ground beef in a large skillet over medium heat until browned and fully cooked.
  2. Drain excess grease and stir in the taco seasoning and water.
  3. Simmer for 3 to 5 minutes, then allow the mixture to cool slightly.
  4. In a large serving bowl, combine the chopped lettuce, cherry tomatoes, black beans, cheddar cheese, Mexican cheese blend, olives, and red onion.
  5. Add the seasoned beef and gently toss to combine.
  6. Just before serving, add the crushed Doritos and Catalina dressing.
  7. Toss until evenly coated and serve immediately.

Notes

  • Substitute ground turkey or ground chicken for a lighter option.
  • Add avocado, guacamole, or corn for extra flavor and texture.
  • Use Cool Ranch or Spicy Sweet Chili Doritos for a different flavor profile.
  • Replace Catalina dressing with French dressing or creamy taco dressing if desired.
  • Prepare ingredients ahead of time but add Doritos and dressing just before serving to maintain crunch.
  • Store cooked taco meat separately in the refrigerator for up to 4 days.

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