Classic Dorito Taco Salad
A nostalgic 1980s Midwest potluck favorite, this taco salad features seasoned ground beef, Catalina dressing, and crunchy Nacho Cheese Doritos. Learn make-ahead layering tips to keep it fresh and discover lighter turkey variations.
- Prep Time: 15 min
- Cook Time: 15 min
- Total Time: 30 min
- Yield: 6 servings 1x
- Category: Salad
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
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- 1 pound ground beef
- 1 packet taco seasoning
- 1/2 cup water
- 1 head iceberg lettuce, shredded
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
- 1/2 cup sliced black olives
- 1 cup Nacho Cheese Doritos, crushed
- 1 cup Catalina dressing
- Optional: 1 pound ground turkey (for a lighter version)
Instructions
- Cook the ground beef in a skillet over medium-high heat until browned. Drain excess fat.
- Stir in the taco seasoning and water. Simmer for 5 minutes, or until the sauce has thickened. If using ground turkey, follow the same steps.
- In a large bowl, layer the ingredients in the following order: shredded lettuce, seasoned beef mixture, cheddar cheese, cherry tomatoes, and black olives.
- Just before serving, add the crushed Doritos and drizzle with Catalina dressing. Toss gently to combine.
- For make-ahead convenience, keep the dressing and crushed Doritos separate and add them right before serving to prevent sogginess.
Notes
- For a lighter option, substitute ground turkey for ground beef.
- To keep the salad from getting soggy, layer the dressing and Doritos just before you plan to serve it.
- This salad is a great make-ahead dish for potlucks and parties.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/6 of salad
- Calories: 550
- Sugar: 12g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 35g
- Saturated Fat: 12g
- Unsaturated Fat: 23g
- Trans Fat: 1g
- Carbohydrates: 25g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 28g
- Cholesterol: 90mg
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