Doritos Taco Salad — Crunchy, Cheesy & Flavor-Packed
Description
Doritos Taco Salad is a bold, crunchy, and satisfying dish packed with seasoned ground beef, fresh vegetables, cheese, and crispy tortilla chips tossed in a creamy dressing. It’s perfect for quick dinners, potlucks, or party meals because it’s easy to make, customizable, and full of Tex-Mex flavors.
The combination of warm taco meat, cool veggies, and crunchy chips makes every bite deliciously balanced.
Preparation & Cooking Time
Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 10 minutes
Total Time: 25 minutes
Servings: 4–6 servings
Difficulty Level: Easy
Ingredients
For the Salad
500 g (1 lb) ground beef or chicken
1 packet taco seasoning (or homemade)
2 cups lettuce (chopped)
1 cup cherry tomatoes (halved)
1 cup canned kidney beans or black beans (rinsed)
1 cup sweet corn (optional)
1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
1 small onion (finely chopped)
2 cups nacho cheese tortilla chips (lightly crushed)
½ cup black olives (optional)
For the Dressing
½ cup mayonnaise
½ cup sour cream or plain yogurt
2 tablespoons salsa
1 teaspoon lime juice (optional)
Instructions
Step 1: Cook the Meat
Heat a pan over medium heat.
Cook ground beef until browned (5–7 minutes).
Drain excess fat.
Add taco seasoning with a little water and simmer for 2–3 minutes.
Let cool slightly.
Step 2: Prepare the Dressing
In a bowl, mix mayonnaise, sour cream (or yogurt), salsa, and lime juice.
Stir until smooth and creamy.
Step 3: Assemble the Salad
In a large bowl combine lettuce, tomatoes, beans, corn, onion, olives, and cheese.
Add cooked taco meat.
Step 4: Add Chips & Dressing
Toss in crushed tortilla chips just before serving.
Pour dressing and mix gently.
Step 5: Serve
Serve immediately while chips are crunchy.
Serving Suggestions
Top with avocado or guacamole.
Add jalapeños for spice.
Serve with extra salsa or hot sauce.
Can be served warm or chilled.
Nutritional Benefits
Good source of protein from meat and beans
Provides fiber from vegetables
Rich, satisfying meal with balanced textures
Frequently Asked Questions
1. Can I make Doritos Taco Salad ahead of time?
Yes, prepare everything separately and add chips and dressing just before serving to keep it crunchy.
2. Can I use chicken instead of beef?
Yes! Ground chicken, turkey, or even shredded chicken works well.
3. How do I make it vegetarian?
Replace meat with extra beans, tofu crumbles, or plant-based mince.
4. What chips work best?
Nacho cheese tortilla chips are classic, but any flavored tortilla chips work.
5. How long does it last in the fridge?
Without chips mixed in, it lasts 2–3 days refrigerated.
6. Can I make it healthier?
Use Greek yogurt instead of sour cream, lean meat, and baked chips.