Here’s a fun and flavorful Dorito Taco Salad recipe—crispy, cheesy, and perfect for a quick meal:
Dorito Taco Salad
Serves: 4–6
Ingredients
- 1 pound (450 g) ground beef
- 1 packet taco seasoning (or homemade: 1 tsp chili powder, 1 tsp cumin, ½ tsp garlic powder, ½ tsp paprika, salt & pepper)
- 1 bag Nacho Cheese Doritos (about 9–10 oz / 250–280 g)
- 1 head romaine lettuce or mixed greens, chopped
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
- ½ cup shredded cheddar cheese
- ½ cup shredded lettuce
- ½ cup sliced black olives (optional)
- ¼ cup diced red onion (optional)
- ¼ cup sour cream or ranch dressing
- ¼ cup salsa or pico de gallo
Instructions
- Cook the beef
- In a skillet over medium heat, brown the ground beef. Drain excess fat.
- Add taco seasoning and a splash of water (per package instructions), simmer 2–3 minutes.
- Prepare the salad base
- In a large bowl or individual plates, crush Doritos slightly for easier eating.
- Layer with chopped lettuce, cherry tomatoes, onions, and olives.
- Assemble the salad
- Top the salad with cooked taco-seasoned beef.
- Sprinkle shredded cheddar cheese over the top.
- Drizzle with sour cream or ranch dressing and salsa/pico de gallo.
- Serve immediately
- Keep Doritos slightly crunchy by adding them just before serving.
💡 Tips:
- For a healthier twist, swap Doritos for baked tortilla chips or lightly crushed whole-grain tortilla strips.
- Add avocado, jalapeños, or corn for extra flavor and texture.
- You can make individual servings in bowls to keep Doritos crisp until eaten.
If you want, I can also give a Dorito Taco Salad Casserole version that’s baked and gooey—like taco night in a dish.
Do you want me to provide that casserole version?
