Crunchy, cheesy, and packed with taco flavor—just like your favorite lunch order, but homemade!
🍽️ Ingredients *(Serves 6-8)*
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1 large bag (10.5 oz) Doritos (Nacho Cheese flavor), lightly crushed
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1 lb lean ground beef (or turkey/chicken)
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1 packet taco seasoning (or 2 tbsp homemade blend: chili powder, cumin, garlic powder, paprika)
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1 red onion, diced
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2 cups shredded cheddar cheese
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1 head iceberg or romaine lettuce, finely shredded
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6 ripe tomatoes, chopped
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Optional Add-Ins:
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1 can (15 oz) black beans, drained
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1 cup sour cream or Greek yogurt
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1 avocado, diced
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½ cup sliced black olives
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½ cup salsa or taco sauce
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👩🍳 Instructions (Ready in 20 mins!)
1️⃣ Brown the Meat: Cook ground beef in a skillet over medium heat until no longer pink. Drain excess fat, then stir in taco seasoning + ¼ cup water. Simmer 5 mins. Let cool slightly.
2️⃣ Prep Veggies: Chop lettuce, tomatoes, and onion. Lightly crush Doritos in the bag (leave some big pieces for crunch!).
3️⃣ Assemble Salad: In a large bowl (or trifle dish for layers!), combine:
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Shredded lettuce
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Seasoned beef
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Diced tomatoes
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Red onion
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Shredded cheese
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Crushed Doritos (add just before serving to keep them crunchy!)
4️⃣ Add Extras: Top with optional beans, avocado, olives, or a dollop of sour cream.
5️⃣ Serve Immediately: Toss gently or let everyone layer their own bowls. Pass around salsa or hot sauce!
💡 Pro Tips
✅ Keep it crispy: Store leftover salad (without chips) in the fridge; add fresh Doritos when serving.
✅ Shortcut: Use pre-shredded lettuce and pre-cooked taco meat for faster prep.
✅ Vegetarian? Swap beef for plant-based crumbles or extra beans.
🍽️ Serving Ideas
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Game Day Version: Serve in individual bags of Doritos (eat straight from the bag!).
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Lighter Twist: Swap half the chips for baked tortilla strips.
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Kid-Friendly: Skip the onions and add extra cheese.
“All the fun of taco night in one irresistible salad!” 😋
Storage: Best eaten fresh, but undressed leftovers keep 1 day in the fridge (without chips).