Dorito Taco Salad
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Dorito Taco Salad
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Inspired by Midwestern-classic "walking tacos," my crowd-pleasing Dorito Taco Salad is fully loaded with taco-seasoned beef, cheese, fresh vegetables, and nacho cheese chips. Try this 30-minute meal for an easy weeknight dinner idea or for a casual party or potluck.
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Ingredients
For the French dressing:
- 1/2 cup granulated sugar or less to taste (see note 1)
- 1/3 cup ketchup
- 1/4 cup light olive oil (see note 2)
- 1/4 cup white vinegar
- 1/4 teaspoon celery seed
- 1/4 teaspoon chili powder
- 1/4 teaspoon onion powder
- 1/8 teaspoon paprika (see note 3)
- salt
For the salad:
- 1 pound ground beef (see note 4)
- 2 tablespoons taco seasoning homemade or store-bought (see note 5)
- 1/4 cup water
- 1 head lettuce shredded (see note 6)
- 1 pint grape tomatoes halved
- 1 bell pepper sliced or chopped
- 2 cups shredded cheddar cheese
- 1/2 bag Nacho Cheese Doritos crushed
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Instructions
To make the French dressing:
- In a food processor or blender, add sugar, ketchup, olive oil, white vinegar, celery seed, chili powder, onion powder, paprika, and salt to taste (I like 1 teaspoon). Process until smooth. Store covered in the refrigerator until serving time, up to 4 days in advance.
To make the salad:
- In a medium skillet over medium-high heat, cook ground beef until browned, about 5 minutes. Drain well. Stir in taco seasoning and water and simmer until thickened, about 2-3 minutes. Remove from heat.
- In a large bowl, add lettuce, tomatoes, bell pepper, cheese and beef mixture. Toss to combine. Right before serving, add Doritos and salad dressing and toss to combine.
Notes
- Granulated sugar: The 1/2 cup sugar in the dressing may sound like a lot, but it tastes just like the ones at Wisconsin supper clubs of my youth (they'd bring a small salad dressing caddy to your table with 4 different kinds of dressing: Ranch, Italian, Thousand Island, and French). If you don't love sweet dressings, start with 2 tablespoons of sugar, taste, and increase if desired. Or, substitute a bottle of store-bought French dressing.
- Light olive oil: Light olive oil is milder than extra virgin which allows the other flavor-boosters to shine.
- Paprika: Use regular paprika (often simply labeled “Paprika” on the package) rather than hot or smoked paprika.
- Ground beef: I prefer 80/20 beef for flavor. Drain off the fat (in a colander or on a paper towel-lined plate) after cooking, if desired.
- Taco seasoning: A store-bought packet works great. To DIY a packet's worth of homemade taco seasoning, whisk together 1 tablespoon chili powder, 1 1/2 teaspoons ground cumin, 3/4 teaspoon paprika, 1/2 teaspoon ground coriander, 1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper, and salt to taste (I like 1/2 teaspoon). Add 1 teaspoon cornstarch if you prefer a thickener in your taco seasoning.
- Lettuce: Choose something mild and crisp such as romaine, green leaf, or iceberg.
- Yield: This Dorito Taco Salad makes 12 servings for a light meal or satisfying side dish.
- Storage: This salad is best enjoyed the day it is made because the dressing will make the lettuce and Doritos soggy.
- Make ahead: The French dressing can be blended together up to 3 days in advance. Store covered in the refrigerator and shake to recombine before using. If you make your own taco seasoning, that can be prepared up to 6 months in advance.
- Chip swaps: Try this taco salad recipe with Cool Ranch Doritos, Fritos, or regular tortilla chips instead of Nacho Cheese Doritos.
- Taco time: For more twists on Taco Tuesday that think outside of the tortilla, try my Easy Taco Dip, Taco Pizza, Taco Stuffed Tomatoes, or Easy Taco Soup.
Nutrition Information
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Serving
1 serving
Calories
270kcal
(14%)
Carbohydrates
14g
(5%)
Protein
12g
(24%)
Fat
19g
(29%)
Saturated Fat
8g
(40%)
Trans Fat
1g
Cholesterol
47mg
(16%)
Sodium
245mg
(10%)
Potassium
322mg
(9%)
Fiber
1g
(4%)
Sugar
12g
(24%)
Vitamin A
1149IU
(23%)
Vitamin C
20mg
(22%)
Calcium
158mg
(16%)
Iron
1mg
(6%)
Nutrition Facts
Serving: 12servings
Amount Per Serving
Calories 270 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Serving | 1 serving | |
| Calories | 270kcal | 14% |
| Carbohydrates | 14g | 5% |
| Protein | 12g | 24% |
| Fat | 19g | 29% |
| Saturated Fat | 8g | 40% |
| Trans Fat | 1g | 50% |
| Cholesterol | 47mg | 16% |
| Sodium | 245mg | 10% |
| Potassium | 322mg | 7% |
| Fiber | 1g | 4% |
| Sugar | 12g | 24% |
| Vitamin A | 1149IU | 23% |
| Vitamin C | 20mg | 22% |
| Calcium | 158mg | 16% |
| Iron | 1mg | 6% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
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