Oh yes! Dorito Taco Salad is a crunchy, cheesy, and super satisfying dish that’s a crowd-pleaser — easy to throw together and perfect for lunch or dinner.
🌮 Dorito Taco Salad
🕒 Total Time: 20 minutes
Serves: 4
Ingredients:
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1 lb ground beef (or ground turkey)
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1 packet taco seasoning (or homemade blend)
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1 bag Nacho Cheese Doritos (about 9.75 oz)
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6 cups chopped lettuce (iceberg, romaine, or a mix)
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1 cup shredded cheddar or Mexican blend cheese
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1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
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1/2 cup sliced black olives (optional)
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1/2 cup diced red onion
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1 cup canned black beans, rinsed and drained
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1 cup corn kernels (fresh, frozen thawed, or canned)
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1/2 cup sour cream or Mexican crema
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1/2 cup salsa or pico de gallo
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Optional: sliced jalapeños, avocado, cilantro
Instructions:
1. Cook the Beef:
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In a skillet over medium heat, brown ground beef until fully cooked. Drain excess fat.
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Add taco seasoning and about 1/4 cup water (or per seasoning packet instructions). Simmer until thickened and flavorful.
2. Assemble the Salad:
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In a large bowl or individual bowls, layer chopped lettuce, beans, corn, tomatoes, olives, and onions.
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Crumble about half the bag of Doritos over the salad.
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Add the cooked taco meat on top.
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Sprinkle shredded cheese over everything.
3. Add Toppings:
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Dollop sour cream and spoon salsa or pico de gallo over the salad.
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Add optional toppings like jalapeños, avocado slices, or fresh cilantro.
4. Serve:
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Serve immediately so the Doritos stay crunchy! You can also serve with extra Doritos on the side.
Tips:
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For a healthier twist, use baked Doritos or tortilla chips.
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Add chopped bell peppers or radishes for extra crunch and color.
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Want it vegetarian? Swap beef for seasoned black beans or lentils.