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Easy Dorito Taco Salad

Satisfying Easy Dorito Taco Salad for Quick Weeknight Meals

This Easy Dorito Taco Salad is a quick and satisfying dish that combines seasoned taco meat, fresh vegetables, and crunchy Doritos for a fun meal.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Total Time 25 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Salads
Cuisine: Mexican
Calories: 450
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Salad
  • 4 cups Chopped Romaine or Iceberg Lettuce The crisp base that adds freshness
  • 1 can Canned Corn Sweetness and texture booster
  • 1 cup Cherry Tomatoes Juicy bursts of flavor
  • 1 cup Shredded Cheese Cheddar is a great choice
  • 1/2 cup Chopped Red Onion Sharpness and crunch factor
  • 1/4 cup Chopped Cilantro Fresh herbaceous notes
  • 2 cups Dorito Nacho Chips Crunchy cheesy goodness
For the Taco Meat
  • 1 pound Ground Beef Hearty main protein
  • 1 teaspoon Salt Basic seasoning
  • 1 teaspoon Black Pepper Basic seasoning
  • 1 packet Taco Seasoning Infuses classic taco flavors
  • 1/2 cup Salsa Adds moisture and flavor
For the Dressing
  • 1/2 cup Sour Cream Forms creamy base of the dressing
  • 1/4 cup Taco Sauce Complements the dressing

Equipment

  • Large skillet
  • Mixing bowl
  • salad bowl

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. In a large skillet over medium-high heat, brown 1 pound of ground beef for about 4-5 minutes, stirring until fully cooked. Drain excess fat, then season the meat with salt, pepper, and taco seasoning. Stir in 1/2 cup of salsa and cook for an additional minute.
  2. In a small mixing bowl, combine 1/2 cup of sour cream, 1/4 cup of taco sauce, and 1 tablespoon of taco seasoning. Whisk until smooth and set aside.
  3. In a large salad bowl, layer the base with 4 cups of chopped lettuce. Add the cooked taco meat, 1 cup of drained corn, 1 cup of halved cherry tomatoes, 1 cup of shredded cheese, and 1/2 cup of chopped red onion. Top with crushed Doritos and cilantro.
  4. Drizzle the creamy taco dressing over the salad and toss gently to combine without crushing the chips.
  5. Serve immediately to maintain the crispiness of the toppings.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 450kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 24gFat: 25gSaturated Fat: 10gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 10gTrans Fat: 1gCholesterol: 85mgSodium: 950mgPotassium: 600mgFiber: 4gSugar: 5gVitamin A: 30IUVitamin C: 25mgCalcium: 20mgIron: 15mg

Notes

Assemble right before serving for the best texture. You can prepare the taco meat and dressing a day ahead but keep salad ingredients separate until serving.

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