How to Make Doritos Taco Salad At Home

and delicious  salad combines the classic elements of a taco  salad with the irresistible crunch and flavor of  Doritos. Perfect for family dinners, potlucks, or a quick weeknight meal, this taco salad is sure to be a hit with its bold flavors and satisfying textures.

Why You’ll Love Doritos Taco Salad:

• Crunchy and Flavorful:  Doritos add a satisfying crunch and  cheesy flavor.
• Easy to Make: Simple ingredients and quick preparation.
• Versatile: Customize with your favorite taco toppings and ingredients.
• Crowd-Pleaser: A hit with both kids and adults alike.

Ingredients Notes For Doritos Taco Salad:

• Ground Beef: Lean ground beef for the taco meat.
• Taco Seasoning: Pre-packaged or homemade taco seasoning for flavor.
• Lettuce: Crisp romaine or iceberg lettuce, chopped.
•  Tomatoes: Fresh, diced  tomatoes for color and juiciness.
•  Cheese: Shredded cheddar or Mexican blend cheese.
• Black Beans: Canned, drained, and rinsed for added protein and fiber.
• Corn: Fresh, canned, or frozen corn, drained if necessary.
• Red Onion: Finely chopped for a bit of bite.
•  Doritos: Nacho  Cheese flavor, crushed slightly.
• Dressing: Catalina, ranch, or a creamy taco dressing.
• Optional Toppings: Sliced black olives, jalapeños, avocado, sour cream, or cilantro.

Recipe Steps:

1. Cook the Ground Beef:
   • In a large skillet over medium heat, cook 1 pound of ground beef until browned and fully cooked, breaking it up with a spatula as it cooks. Drain any excess fat.
   • Add 1 packet of taco seasoning (or homemade taco seasoning) and 2/3 cup of water to the skillet. Stir to combine and simmer until the sauce has thickened, about 5 minutes. Remove from heat and let cool slightly.
2. Prepare the  Salad Base:
   • In a large  salad bowl, combine 6 cups of chopped lettuce, 2 diced  tomatoes, 1 cup of shredded  cheese, 1 can of black beans (drained and rinsed), 1 cup of corn, and 1/2 cup of finely chopped red onion. Toss to combine.
3. Add the Beef and  Doritos:
   • Add the cooked taco meat to the salad bowl and toss to combine.
   • Just before serving, add 2 cups of slightly crushed Doritos to the salad and gently toss.
4. Dress the Salad:
   • Drizzle your choice of dressing (about 1/2 cup) over the salad and toss to coat evenly. Adjust the amount of dressing to taste.
5. Serve:
   • Serve immediately, garnished with optional toppings like sliced black olives, jalapeños, avocado, sour cream, or cilantro if desired.

Storage Options:

• Refrigerate: Store any leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 2 days. Note that the  Doritos will lose their crunch over time. For best results, add fresh  Doritos when serving leftovers.
• Make-Ahead: Prepare all the  salad components separately and combine them just before serving to keep the Doritos crunchy.

How to Make Doritos Taco Salad At Home

Ingredients

• 1 pound ground beef
• 1 packet taco seasoning mix
• 1/4 cup water
• 1 head iceberg lettuce chopped
• 1 can 15 oz black beans, drained and rinsed
• 1 can 15 oz corn, drained
• 1 cup cherry  tomatoes halved
• 1 cup shredded cheddar  cheese
• 1/2 cup chopped red onion
• 1/2 cup sliced black olives optional
• 1 avocado diced (optional)
• 2 cups  Doritos crushed (any flavor you prefer)
• 1 cup Catalina dressing or ranch, if preferred
• 1/4 cup chopped fresh cilantro optional, for garnish

Instructions

Cook the Ground Beef:

• In a large skillet over medium-high heat, cook the ground beef until browned and fully cooked, 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 cook for another 2-3 minutes, or until the sauce thickens. Remove from heat and let cool slightly.

Prepare the  Salad:

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

Assemble the  Salad:

• Add the slightly cooled ground beef to the salad bowl.
• Just before serving, add the crushed Doritos and diced avocado (if using).

Dress the Salad:

• Pour the Catalina dressing over the salad and toss gently to combine, ensuring all ingredients are evenly coated.

Serve:

• Garnish with chopped fresh cilantro if desired.
• Serve immediately to maintain the crunchiness of the Doritos.