How to Make Doritos® Taco Salad - A Step-by-Step Guide

Who doesn't love a good taco salad? It's the perfect combination of savory, crunchy, and refreshing flavors all in one bowl. And if you're a fan of Doritos®, then this recipe is a must-try. Doritos® Taco Salad takes the classic taco salad to the next level by adding the irresistible crunch and bold flavor of everyone's favorite corn chips.

This recipe is perfect for a quick and easy weeknight dinner, a potluck dish, or even a game day snack. With just a few simple ingredients, you can...

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Ingredients

  • 1 pound lean ground beef
  • 1 medium onion, finely diced
  • salt and ground black pepper to taste
  • ¼ cup water
  • 1 ½ tablespoons taco seasoning mix
  • 1 (15 ounce) can dark red kidney beans, drained
  • ½ (12 ounce) bag nacho cheese-flavored corn chips (such as Doritos®), crushed
  • 1 large head romaine lettuce, chopped
  • 1 ½ medium tomatoes, diced
  • ½ cup shredded Cheddar cheese, or more to taste
  • ½ cup Catalina salad dressing, or to taste

Information

  • Prep Time: 15 mins
  • Cook Time: 15 mins
  • Total Time: 30 mins
  • Servings: 6
  • Yield: 6 servings

  • Heat a large nonstick skillet over medium to medium-high heat and saute ground beef, diced onion, salt, and pepper together until ground beef is browned and no longer pink and onions are tender, about 10 minutes. Add 1/4 cup water and taco seasoning to the meat. Stir to coat and allow to simmer for 1 minute to thicken. Set aside to cool while you prep the salad.
  • Add kidney beans, crushed chips, lettuce, tomatoes, Cheddar cheese, and dressing to a large bowl. Top with meat mixture and toss gently to evenly combine. Serve immediately.
  • Nutrition

    509 cal.

    • Total Fat: 29g
    • Saturated Fat: 9g
    • Cholesterol: 65mg
    • Sodium: 833mg
    • Total Carbohydrate: 40g
    • Dietary Fiber: 7g
    • Total Sugars: 8g
    • Protein: 25g
    • Vitamin C: 20mg
    • Calcium: 159mg
    • Iron: 3mg
    • Potassium: 445mg