Doritos Taco Salad

Get ready to elevate your taco night with this bold and satisfying Doritos Taco Salad! Loaded with seasoned ground beef, crunchy shredded lettuce, juicy Roma tomatoes, hearty black beans, and a generous sprinkle of shredded cheddar cheese, this salad comes to life with the irresistible crunch of nacho cheese Doritos. Tossed in creamy ranch dressing and topped with fresh green onions, this quick and easy crowd-pleaser combines the best of taco flavors with the fun of a chopped salad. Perfect for busy weeknights or potluck gatherings, this salad delivers vibrant textures and bold flavors in every bite. Customize with a dollop of tangy sour cream and a sprinkle of cilantro for a fresh finishing touch!

Nutriscore Rating: 65/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:10 mins

Total Time:25 mins

Servings: 6

Ingredients

• 1 pound ground beef
• 1 packet taco seasoning
• 2 tablespoons water
• 1 medium head of lettuce (shredded)
• 2 medium Roma tomatoes (diced)
• 1 cup canned black beans (rinsed and drained)
• 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
• 3 stalks green onions (sliced)
• 3 cups nacho cheese Doritos (crushed lightly)
• 1 cup ranch dressing
• 0.5 cup sour cream (optional for topping)
• 0.25 cup cilantro (optional, chopped)

Directions

Step 1

In a large skillet over medium heat, cook the ground beef until browned, breaking it up into crumbles with a spatula. Drain any excess grease if necessary.

Step 2

Stir the taco seasoning and 2 tablespoons of water into the cooked beef. Let it simmer for 2-3 minutes until the seasoning is well blended. Remove from heat and allow it to cool slightly.

Step 3

In a large salad bowl, combine the shredded lettuce, diced Roma tomatoes, black beans, shredded cheddar cheese, and green onions.

Step 4

Once the meat has cooled slightly, add it to the salad mixture in the large bowl.

Step 5

Just before serving, add the crushed Doritos to the salad and toss to combine.

Step 6

Drizzle the ranch dressing over the salad and toss again until everything is evenly coated. Adjust the amount of dressing based on your preference.

Step 7

Optionally, garnish with a dollop of sour cream and sprinkle with chopped cilantro for added flavor.

Step 8

Serve immediately and enjoy your Doritos Taco Salad!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(2410.0g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	4582.3

Total Fat 311.7g	0%
Saturated Fat 92.6g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0g
Cholesterol 561.3mg	0%
Sodium 10781.6mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 311.4g	0%
Dietary Fiber 41.2g	0%
Total Sugars 38.6g
Protein 165.6g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 1734.2mg	0%
Iron 21.3mg	0%
Potassium 4200.6mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 59.5%

Protein: 14.1%

Carbs: 26.4%