Crunchy Doritos Taco Salad ๐ฅ
Overview:
Crunchy Doritos Taco Salad is a delightful fusion of fresh veggies, savory ground beef, and the irresistible crunch of Doritos chips, all tossed together in a zesty dressing. It’s a quick and easy recipe, perfect for busy weeknights or casual gatherings with friends and family. With just a few simple steps, you can whip up this flavorful salad in no time!
- Total Time: 15 minutes
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 5 minutes
- Servings: Not specified
Ingredients:
- 1 head of lettuce
- 1 can of kidney beans
- 1 cup of shredded cheddar cheese
- 1 pound of ground beef
- 1 fresh tomato
- 1 bag of Doritos chips
Instructions:
| Step | Description |
|---|---|
| 1 | Cook Ground Beef: Start by cooking the ground beef in a skillet over medium heat. Add taco seasoning while cooking, ensuring to skip adding any water. Cook until the beef is browned and fully cooked. Once done, set it aside to cool for a few minutes. |
| 2 | Prepare Lettuce: While the ground beef is cooling, wash the head of lettuce thoroughly and break it up into bite-sized pieces. Place the lettuce in a large salad bowl, ready to be the base of your taco salad. |
| 3 | Add Ingredients: Next, add the remaining ingredients to the bowl with the lettuce. This includes draining and rinsing the kidney beans before adding them, sprinkling the shredded cheddar cheese over the top, and slicing the fresh tomato into small wedges or cubes. |
| 4 | Mix Last Minute: It’s important to only mix the salad together at the last minute to prevent the lettuce from becoming soggy. Just before serving, toss all the ingredients together until well combined. |
| 5 | Serve: Once everything is mixed, it’s time to serve up this delicious Crunchy Doritos Taco Salad! Portion it out into individual bowls or plates and garnish with a handful of crushed Doritos chips on top for that extra crunch. Enjoy! |
Nutritional Information (per serving):
- Calories: 1041.9
- Total Fat: 73g
- Saturated Fat: 15.4g
- Cholesterol: 79.9mg
- Sodium: 2517.3mg
- Total Carbohydrates: 67.7g
- Dietary Fiber: 4.2g
- Sugar: 12.9g
- Protein: 28.9g
Tips and Variations:
- Customize Your Salad: Feel free to customize this salad to your liking by adding or omitting ingredients based on your preferences. You can include additional toppings such as sliced avocado, black olives, diced onions, or jalapeรฑos for an extra kick.
- Make it Vegetarian: To make this salad vegetarian-friendly, simply omit the ground beef or replace it with a meat substitute such as tofu crumbles or plant-based ground “beef.”
- Meal Prep Friendly: This Crunchy Doritos Taco Salad is great for meal prep! Simply prepare all the ingredients ahead of time and store them separately in airtight containers in the refrigerator. When ready to eat, assemble the salad by combining the ingredients and enjoy a quick and delicious meal on-the-go.
- Dressing Options: While this salad is delicious on its own, you can drizzle it with your favorite dressing for added flavor. Ranch, salsa, or a creamy avocado dressing would all complement the flavors of this taco salad beautifully.
