How to Make Spicy Dorito® Taco Salad - A Step-by-Step Guide

Taco salad is a beloved dish that combines the flavors of a classic taco with the heartiness of a salad. It is a versatile and tasty meal that is perfect for any occasion, from weeknight dinners to potlucks and parties. One type of taco salad that has gained popularity in recent years is the Spicy Dorito® Taco Salad. This dish takes the classic taco salad and adds a spicy kick with the addition of Doritos® chips and a zesty dressing.

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Ingredients

  • 1 pound ground beef
  • ½ teaspoon garlic powder
  • ½ teaspoon chili powder
  • ¼ teaspoon ground black pepper
  • 1 head lettuce, chopped
  • 5 cups crushed nacho cheese-flavored tortilla chips
  • 2 cups shredded Colby-Jack cheese
  • 1 (15 ounce) can dark red kidney beans, drained and rinsed
  • 1 tomato, diced
  • ⅓ cup chopped onion
  • ¼ cup pickled jalapeno peppers, chopped
  • 1 cup vegetable oil
  • ½ cup white sugar
  • ½ cup ketchup
  • 1 envelope taco seasoning mix
  • 2 tablespoons cider vinegar
  • 1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce

Information

  • Prep Time: 25 mins
  • Cook Time: 10 mins
  • Total Time: 35 mins
  • Servings: 10
  • Yield: 10 servings

  • Cook ground beef, garlic powder, chili powder, and black pepper together in a skillet over medium heat until meat is brown and crumbly, about 10 minutes, breaking the meat up into chunks as it cooks. Drain excess grease, remove from heat, and let the meat cool.
  • Toss lettuce, tortilla chips, Colby-Jack cheese, kidney beans, tomato, onion, and pickled jalapeno peppers in a large salad bowl; mix in the beef.
  • Whisk vegetable oil, sugar, ketchup, taco seasoning, cider vinegar, and Worcestershire sauce together in a bowl until sugar has dissolved; pour dressing over the salad and toss again.
  • Nutrition

    561 cal.

    • Total Fat: 40g
    • Saturated Fat: 12g
    • Cholesterol: 54mg
    • Sodium: 844mg
    • Total Carbohydrate: 34g
    • Dietary Fiber: 4g
    • Total Sugars: 16g
    • Protein: 18g
    • Vitamin C: 11mg
    • Calcium: 54mg
    • Iron: 2mg
    • Potassium: 318mg