This easy Dorito taco salad is a crowd-pleasing dish that combines the flavors of a classic taco with the crunch of Doritos. It's a colorful and tasty dish that can be prepared in under 30 minutes. Perfect for a quick and satisfying weeknight meal or for serving at parties and gatherings. With a combination of fresh vegetables, seasoned ground beef, cheese, and the irresistible crunch of nacho cheese Doritos, this salad is sure to become a favorite.
Ingredients
- 1 pound ground beef
- 1 packet taco seasoning
- 1 head iceberg lettuce, shredded
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
- 1/2 cup red onion, diced
- 1/2 cup black olives, sliced
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- 1 bag nacho cheese Doritos, crushed
- 1/2 cup ranch dressing
- 1/2 cup salsa
- 1/4 cup sliced jalapenos (optional)
Directions
- In a large skillet, cook the ground beef over medium heat until browned. Drain any excess grease.
- Add the taco seasoning and water according to the package instructions. Stir well and simmer for 5-7 minutes.
- In a large salad bowl, combine the shredded lettuce, cherry tomatoes, red onion, black olives, and cheddar cheese.
- Add the cooked ground beef mixture to the salad bowl and toss well to combine.
- Just before serving, add the crushed Doritos to the salad and toss again to evenly distribute.
- In a small bowl, mix together the ranch dressing and salsa.
- Drizzle the ranch dressing mixture over the salad and toss lightly to coat.
- Garnish with sliced jalapenos, if desired.
- Serve immediately and enjoy!
Interesting Facts
Dorito taco salad is a popular potluck dish and is often seen at summer BBQs.
You can customize this salad by adding your favorite toppings such as avocado, sour cream, or diced bell peppers.
The combination of the cool ranch dressing and the spicy salsa adds a tangy flavor to the salad.