Doritos Taco Salad

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Here is a fun, delicious twist on the classic Doritos Taco Salad recipe using Spicy Sweet Chili Doritos and a simple homemade creamy taco dressing.

Ingredients

  • The Taco Meat:
    • 1 lb lean ground beef or ground turkey
    • 1 packet (1 oz) taco seasoning
    • ⅔ cup water
  • The Salad Base:
    • 1 large head iceberg or romaine lettuce, chopped
    • 2 medium Roma tomatoes, diced
    • 1 cup shredded Mexican blend or sharp cheddar cheese
    • 1 cup canned black beans or pinto beans, rinsed and drained
    • 1 avocado, diced
    • ⅓ cup diced red onion or sliced green onions
    • ¼ cup sliced black olives (optional)
    • ¼ cup chopped fresh cilantro
  • The Dressing & Crunch:
    • 1 bag (approx. 9–10 oz) Spicy Sweet Chili Doritos (purple bag), coarsely crushed
    • Creamy Taco Dressing:
      • ½ cup sour cream (or plain Greek yogurt)
      • ⅓ cup salsa or Catalina dressing
      • 1 tablespoon lime juice

Step-by-Step Instructions

1. Cook and Cool the Meat

  1. Brown the ground beef in a skillet over medium-high heat until fully cooked. Drain off excess grease.
  2. Add the taco seasoning and water. Simmer for 3 to 5 minutes until the sauce thickens and coats the meat.
  3. Remove from heat and let the meat cool completely (or chill in the fridge). Warm meat will wilt the fresh lettuce.

2. Whisk the Dressing

In a small bowl or jar, whisk together the sour cream, salsa (or Catalina dressing), and lime juice until smooth and pourable.

3. Assemble the Salad Base

In a large salad bowl, combine the chopped lettuce, diced tomatoes, shredded cheese, beans, diced avocado, red onion, black olives, and fresh cilantro.

4. Toss and Serve

  1. Just before serving, add the cooled taco meat, crushed Spicy Sweet Chili Doritos, and the creamy dressing to the bowl.
  2. Toss gently to combine so every bite gets a mix of cool crunch and savory spice.
  3. Serve immediately while the chips are at peak crispness!

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