Dorito Taco Salad

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Indulge in a fiesta of flavors with this irresistible Dorito Taco Salad—a vibrant and satisfying dish that’s perfect for any occasion. Crunchy Doritos, seasoned ground beef, crisp lettuce, and a medley of colorful toppings come together to create a Tex-Mex-inspired salad that’s sure to delight your taste buds. Whether served as a hearty main course or as a crowd-pleasing side dish, this Dorito Taco Salad is guaranteed to be a hit. Let’s dive into the recipe and experience the irresistible crunch and bold flavors of this delicious salad!

Ingredients:

For the salad:

  • 1 lb lean ground beef
  • 1 packet taco seasoning mix
  • 1 head iceberg lettuce, shredded
  • 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
  • 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
  • 1 cup canned corn kernels, drained
  • 1 cup canned black beans, drained and rinsed
  • 1/2 cup sliced black olives
  • 1/2 cup diced red onion
  • 1 bag Doritos (any flavor), crushed

For the dressing:

  • 1 cup salsa
  • 1/2 cup sour cream
  • 1/4 cup mayonnaise

Instructions:

  1. In a large skillet, cook the ground beef over medium heat until browned and no longer pink. Drain any excess grease.
  2. Add the taco seasoning mix to the cooked ground beef, along with water as instructed on the seasoning packet. Stir to combine and simmer for 5 minutes, allowing the flavors to meld.
  3. In a large mixing bowl, combine the shredded lettuce, cherry tomatoes, shredded cheddar cheese, canned corn kernels, canned black beans, sliced black olives, and diced red onion.
  4. Add the cooked taco-seasoned ground beef to the bowl with the salad ingredients. Toss everything together until well combined.
  5. In a separate small bowl, whisk together the salsa, sour cream, and mayonnaise to make the dressing.
  6. Pour the dressing over the salad mixture and toss gently to coat everything evenly.
  7. Just before serving, add the crushed Doritos to the salad and toss again to incorporate the crunchy chips.
  8. Serve the Dorito Taco Salad immediately, garnished with additional crushed Doritos on top if desired.

With its vibrant colors, bold flavors, and satisfying crunch, this Dorito Taco Salad is sure to be a hit at your next gathering or family meal. Whether enjoyed as a hearty main course or as a crowd-pleasing side dish, this salad is guaranteed to impress. So gather your ingredients, whip up a batch of this irresistible salad, and get ready to experience the fiesta of flavors with every bite!

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