PrintDorito Taco Salad
A classic 1980s Midwest potluck favorite, this Dorito Taco Salad features seasoned ground beef, crunchy Nacho Cheese Doritos, and a tangy Catalina dressing. Perfect for weeknights or gatherings, with tips to keep it fresh.
- Prep Time: 20 min
- Cook Time: 10 min
- Total Time: 30 min
- Yield: 6 servings 1x
- Category: Salad
- Method: No Cook
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 pound ground beef
- 1 packet taco seasoning
- 1 head iceberg lettuce, shredded
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- 1 cup crushed Nacho Cheese Doritos
- 1 cup Catalina dressing
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
- 1/2 cup black olives, sliced
- 1/2 cup corn, drained
- 1/4 cup chopped red onion
Instructions
- Cook ground beef in a skillet over medium heat. Drain grease and stir in taco seasoning. Let cool.
- In a large bowl, combine shredded lettuce, cheddar cheese, crushed Doritos, cherry tomatoes, black olives, corn, and red onion.
- Add the cooled taco-seasoned beef to the salad.
- Pour Catalina dressing over the salad and toss gently to combine.
- Serve immediately or chill for later. For make-ahead, keep dressing and Doritos separate until serving to prevent sogginess.
Notes
- For a lighter version, use ground turkey instead of beef.
- Add a layer of refried beans at the bottom of the serving bowl to create a barrier against sogginess if preparing ahead.
- Consider this a great option for meal planning, offering a satisfying and flavorful dish.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 25g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 17g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 25g
- Cholesterol: 70mg