Dorito Taco Salad
A cheesy and crunchy salad that combines the classic flavors of a taco with the unique crunch of Dorito chips.
Servings: 6 servings
Equipment
- Large Skillet
- Large Serving Bowl
Ingredients
Chips
- 1 large bag Dorito Nacho Cheese Chips Broken into smaller pieces
Meat
- 1 pound Lean Ground Beef
- 1 packet Taco Seasoning
Vegetables
- 1 medium Red Onion Diced
- 2 cups Cheddar Cheese Shredded
- 1 head Lettuce Shredded
- 6 Tomatoes Chopped
Dressings
- 1/2 cup Italian Dressing
- 2 cups Ranch Dressing
Instructions
- In a large skillet, cook the lean ground beef over medium heat until browned, breaking it up with a spoon as it cooks.
- Drain any excess grease, and then stir in the taco seasoning according to the package instructions. Add a little water if needed to ensure the beef is well coated with seasoning. Simmer for a few minutes until aromatic.
- In a large serving bowl, layer the shredded lettuce on the bottom.
- Sprinkle over the diced red onion and chopped tomatoes, followed by the seasoned ground beef.
- Add in the shredded cheddar cheese on top of the beef layer.
- Finally, crush the Dorito chips over the cheese, and then drizzle with both Italian and ranch dressings.
- Toss gently to combine all the ingredients, ensuring the dressings coat everything evenly.
- Serve immediately, or refrigerate for about 30 minutes for the flavors to meld!
Notes
Store any leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. To avoid soggy chips, add the Doritos only just before serving.