Description
Mexican-inspired Doritos Taco Salad delivers crunchy, zesty flavor in one epic bowl. Crisp tortilla chips mingle with seasoned ground beef, fresh vegetables, and tangy dressing, creating a crowd-pleasing meal you’ll devour in minutes.
Ingredients
Scale
Meat and Protein:
- 1 pound lean ground beef
- 1 packet taco seasoning
Dairy and Cheese:
- 2 cups shredded cheddar cheese
- 2 cups ranch dressing
Vegetables and Garnish:
- 1 head lettuce, shredded
- 1 red onion, diced
- 6 tomatoes, chopped
- 1 large bag of Nacho Cheese Doritos, broken into bite-sized pieces
- 1/2 cup (120 milliliters) Italian dressing
Instructions
- Heat a skillet over medium temperature and thoroughly crumble ground beef, cooking until completely browned and no pink remains.
- Drain excess fat from the beef, then incorporate taco seasoning, Italian dressing, and ranch dressing into the meat mixture, simmering until liquid reduces and meat is well-coated.
- Prepare vegetable components by finely shredding crisp lettuce, precisely dicing white onions, and carefully chopping ripe tomatoes, arranging each ingredient in separate serving bowls.
- Create a customizable assembly station by positioning seasoned meat, fresh vegetable ingredients, shredded cheddar cheese, and crunchy Doritos chips in individual containers.
- For individual servings, allow each person to craft their personal salad by layering preferred ingredients, starting with a lettuce base and adding desired toppings.
- Alternatively, for a communal presentation, combine all prepared ingredients in a large serving bowl, gently tossing to ensure even distribution of flavors and textures.
- Serve immediately to maintain the Doritos’ crispness and enjoy the vibrant, zesty flavors of this interactive taco-inspired salad.
Notes
- Choose lean ground beef to reduce fat content and create a healthier version of the salad.
- Drain meat thoroughly to prevent excess grease from making the salad soggy.
- Crush Doritos just before serving to maintain their crispy texture and prevent them from getting soft.
- Prepare ingredients separately for dietary accommodations like vegetarian or gluten-free options.
- Try alternative protein sources like ground turkey, chicken, or plant-based crumbles for variety.
- Keep dressings and cheese on the side for guests with specific dietary restrictions or preferences.
- Refrigerate components separately to maintain freshness and prevent ingredients from becoming soggy.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Lunch, Dinner, Appetizer, Snacks
- Method: Simmering
- Cuisine: Mexican-American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 6
- Calories: 645
- Sugar: 5 g
- Sodium: 980 mg
- Fat: 45 g
- Saturated Fat: 18 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 24 g
- Trans Fat: 1 g
- Carbohydrates: 28 g
- Fiber: 3 g
- Protein: 30 g
- Cholesterol: 85 mg