When you want something crunchy, cheesy, and full of flavor, Doritos taco salad is always a hit. It’s fun to make and even more fun to eat, with seasoned beef, crisp lettuce, melted cheese, and those iconic chips that make every bite exciting. The French dressing adds a little sweetness that blends perfectly with the taco flavors. It’s easy to toss together and makes a great dinner or party dish everyone will enjoy.
Why this recipe works
- Crunchy texture: The Doritos add the best crunch, giving this salad a fun texture that makes it stand out from a regular taco salad.
- Sweet and savory flavor: The combination of French dressing, taco meat, and chili beans balances sweetness with spice, making it flavorful in every bite.
- Quick prep: With simple ingredients and minimal cooking, this salad can be ready fast, perfect for a busy evening or a last-minute get-together.
- Customizable mix: You can adjust the toppings, dressing, and spice level easily, so it fits everyone’s tastes without much extra effort.
- Crowd favorite: This recipe always disappears quickly at parties or family dinners because it’s easy to serve and everyone loves it.
Serving suggestions
- Family dinner: Serve as a main dish with a side of fruit or chips and salsa for a complete, simple meal.
- Party salad: Make a large batch in a big bowl and let everyone scoop their own portions right before serving to keep it crunchy.
- Taco night twist: Replace traditional tacos with this salad for a lighter, fun version that still has all the taco flavors.
- Lunch idea: Pack the meat mixture separately and mix it with the chips and lettuce when ready to eat for a fresh meal.
- Game day snack: Serve in smaller bowls or cups for an easy-to-hold dish that’s perfect for watching football or movie night.
Doritos taco salad recipe
Make this fun Doritos taco salad for a quick meal or party favorite. Easy to prepare, flavorful, and best served right after mixing in the chips.
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: 8 servings 1x
Ingredients
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- 1lb lean ground beef
- 1 (1.25 ounce) package taco seasoning mix
- 1 (16 ounces) can chili beans
- 1 (16 ounces) bottle French dressing
- 1 head iceberg lettuce
- 1 (14.5 ounces) package Doritos (or tortilla chips)
- 2 cups shredded Colby-Jack cheese
- 1 cup chopped tomatoes
- 1 (2.25 ounce) can be sliced black olives (drained)
- 4 tablespoons sour cream
- 1/2 cup prepared salsa
Instructions
- In a large skillet over medium-high heat, brown the ground beef. The drain of any excess liquid. Stir in taco seasoning, chili beans, and French dressing. Fill the dressing bottle 2/3 full with water and add to the skillet. Bring to a boil, reduce heat and simmer for 15 minutes.
- Crush the Doritos and set aside. In a large bowl combine the meat mixture with lettuce, cheese, black olives, and tomatoes. Add sour cream and salsa. Stir in the crushed Doritos just before serving.
Nutrition
- Serving Size:
- Calories: 175
- Sugar: 3.3 g
- Sodium: 273.6 mg
- Fat: 8.2 g
- Carbohydrates: 7.6 g
- Protein: 18.3 g
- Cholesterol: 50.3 mg