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Doritos Taco Salad

Delicious Doritos Taco Salad in Just 20 Minutes Flat

Satisfy cravings with this Quick and Healthy Doritos Taco Salad, made effortlessly in 20 minutes with vibrant ingredients.
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Total Time 20 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Salads
Cuisine: Tex-Mex
Calories: 400

Ingredients
  

For the Beef
  • 1 pound Ground Beef Substitute with ground turkey or plant-based crumbles for a lighter version.
  • 1 packet Taco Seasoning Store-bought or homemade with chili powder, cumin, paprika, garlic powder, and onion powder.
For the Salad Base
  • 4 cups Iceberg Lettuce Romaine or spring mix can be used as alternatives.
  • 2 medium Tomatoes Cherry tomatoes can be used for a quick substitute.
  • 1 cup Cheddar Cheese Use reduced-fat for lighter options or Monterey Jack for a milder profile.
For the Crunch
  • 2 cups Nacho Cheese Doritos Cool Ranch or baked versions can be tried for different tastes.
For the Dressing
  • 1 cup Catalina/French Dressing Light vinaigrettes are an alternative for lower sugar content.

Equipment

  • Skillet
  • mixing bowl

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. In a skillet over medium heat, brown 1 pound of ground beef for about 6-8 minutes, breaking it apart with a spatula until no longer pink. Stir in taco seasoning and cook for another minute until well-coated. Remove from heat and set aside.
  2. Chop 4 cups of iceberg lettuce into bite-sized pieces and dice 2 medium tomatoes. If using block cheese, shred about 1 cup of cheddar cheese. In a large mixing bowl, combine the lettuce, tomatoes, and cheese.
  3. Once the beef has cooled slightly, add it to the bowl and gently toss everything together.
  4. Just before serving, lightly crush 2 cups of nacho cheese Doritos and sprinkle them over the salad.
  5. Drizzle your desired amount of dressing over the salad and toss gently to mix.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 400kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 25gFat: 22gSaturated Fat: 10gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 6gCholesterol: 75mgSodium: 800mgPotassium: 600mgFiber: 4gSugar: 3gVitamin A: 15IUVitamin C: 25mgCalcium: 15mgIron: 10mg

Notes

This salad is best enjoyed fresh, but can sit out for up to 2 hours. Store leftovers in the fridge for up to 3 days, keeping ingredients separate to maintain texture.

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