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!