Crunchy, Cheesy, Flavor-Packed Dorito Taco Salad 🌮🥗
This easy, crowd-pleasing Dorito Taco Salad is loaded with seasoned beef, fresh veggies, melted cheese, and crunchy Doritos—perfect for potlucks, game day, or a fun weeknight dinner!
🥗 Dorito Taco Salad
Prep Time: 15 mins | Cook Time: 10 mins | Servings: 6
Ingredients:
For the Taco Meat:
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1 lb ground beef (or turkey/chicken)
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1 packet taco seasoning (or homemade: 1 tsp each chili powder, cumin, paprika, garlic powder)
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½ cup water
For the Salad:
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1 bag (9.5 oz) Nacho Cheese Doritos, lightly crushed
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1 head romaine lettuce, chopped
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1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
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1 bell pepper, diced
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½ cup red onion, finely chopped
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1 (15 oz) can black beans, drained/rinsed
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1 cup cheddar cheese, shredded
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1 cup Mexican blend cheese, shredded
For the Dressing:
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1 cup Catalina dressing (or French dressing)
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½ cup sour cream
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1 tbsp taco seasoning
Optional Toppings:
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Sliced jalapeños
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Avocado or guacamole
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Salsa
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Black olives
👩🍳 Instructions:
1️⃣ Cook the Taco Meat
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Brown ground beef in a skillet over medium heat. Drain fat.
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Add taco seasoning + water, simmer 5 mins. Let cool slightly.
2️⃣ Prep the Salad Base
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In a large bowl, combine lettuce, tomatoes, bell pepper, red onion, and black beans.
3️⃣ Make the Dressing
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Whisk together Catalina dressing, sour cream, and taco seasoning.
4️⃣ Assemble & Serve
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Add warm taco meat to the salad, then toss with dressing.
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Just before serving, mix in crushed Doritos and cheeses.
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Top with extra chips, a dollop of sour cream, or avocado!
🍽️ Serving Tips:
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For meal prep: Keep dressing, chips, and meat separate until ready to eat.
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Vegetarian option: Swap beef for plant-based crumbles or extra beans.
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Spice it up: Use Flaming Hot Doritos for extra heat!
📊 Nutrition (Per Serving):
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Calories: ~550
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Protein: 22g
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Carbs: 45g
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Fat: 30g
💡 Why This Works:
✔ Crunchy + creamy textures = addictive combo!
✔ Kids and adults love it—great for parties.
✔ Customizable with your favorite toppings.
This salad is retro, fun, and full of flavor—like a taco in every bite! 🌮🔥
Want a lighter version? Try baked Doritos and Greek yogurt instead of sour cream! 😊