This fun and flavorful salad combines seasoned ground beef, fresh lettuce, juicy tomatoes, cheese, and crunchy Doritos all tossed in a creamy taco-style dressing. It’s hearty, bold, and always a hit!
🧂 Ingredients
For the Beef
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1 lb ground beef
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1 packet taco seasoning
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½ cup water
For the Salad
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1 large head romaine or iceberg lettuce, chopped
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2 cups cherry tomatoes, halved
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1 cup shredded cheddar or Mexican-blend cheese
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1 cup Doritos, lightly crushed (Nacho Cheese or Cool Ranch)
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½ cup black beans (optional)
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¼ cup red onion, diced
For the Dressing
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½ cup Catalina dressing (classic choice)
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¼ cup ranch dressing + 2 tbsp salsa
🔪 Instructions
1️⃣ Cook the Beef
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Brown ground beef in a skillet over medium heat.
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Drain excess fat.
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Add taco seasoning and water.
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Simmer 3–5 minutes. Let cool slightly.
2️⃣ Assemble the Salad
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In a large bowl, combine lettuce, tomatoes, cheese, beans, and onion.
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Add cooked beef.
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Drizzle dressing and toss gently.
3️⃣ Add Doritos
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Just before serving, sprinkle crushed Doritos on top for maximum crunch.
🍽️ Serving Tips
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Serve immediately to keep chips crunchy
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Great as a main dish or party salad
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Double the recipe for gatherings
❓ Q & A
Q: Can I make this ahead?
Prep ingredients ahead, but add dressing and Doritos right before serving.
Q: Can I make it healthier?
Use ground turkey, baked Doritos, more veggies, and lighter dressing.
Q: Can I make it vegetarian?
Swap beef for seasoned black beans or lentils.
