Doritos Taco Salad

Explore the delicious Crunchy Doritos Taco Salad, a fun twist on the classic favorite that combines vibrant colors and bold flavors. Perfect for weeknight dinners, summer barbecues, or game days, this salad features seasoned ground meat, fresh veggies, and the satisfying crunch of Nacho Cheese Doritos. Topped with shredded cheese, sour cream, and salsa, it’s a crowd-pleaser that everyone will love. Easy to prepare, this dish is sure to become a household staple.

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Ingredients

1 bag of Nacho Cheese Doritos

1 lb ground beef (or turkey)

1 packet taco seasoning

1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved

1 can black beans, drained and rinsed

1 cup corn, canned or frozen and thawed

1 cup shredded lettuce

1 cup shredded cheddar cheese

1/2 cup diced red onion

1/2 cup sliced black olives

1/2 cup sour cream

1/2 cup salsa

Fresh cilantro for garnish (optional)

Instructions

Cook the Meat: In a large skillet over medium heat, brown the ground beef (or turkey) until fully cooked. Drain excess fat, if necessary.

Season the Meat: Add the taco seasoning to the cooked meat, along with 1/4 cup of water. Stir to combine and let simmer for about 5 minutes until the sauce thickens.

Prepare the Vegetables: While the meat is cooking, chop the cherry tomatoes, lettuce, red onion, and slice the olives.

Combine Ingredients: In a large mixing bowl, combine the cooked meat, cherry tomatoes, black beans, corn, shredded lettuce, red onion, and olives. Toss everything together gently.

Assemble the Salad: Just before serving, crush the Doritos slightly and add them to the mixture. Then drizzle with sour cream and salsa and toss again to coat everything evenly.

Garnish and Serve: Transfer the salad to a serving bowl and sprinkle shredded cheddar cheese on top. Garnish with fresh cilantro if desired. Serve immediately for maximum crunch!

Prep Time: 15 minutes | Total Time: 30 minutes | Servings: 6