Dorito Taco Salad with Catalina Dressing

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Are you looking for a quick and tasty meal? Dorito Taco Salad with Catalina Dressing is perfect for you! This yummy dish takes just 20 minutes to make and serves 4 people. You’ll love how the crunchy Doritos mix with the savory ground beef and fresh veggies.

The best part? You can make it your own! Try different types of Doritos or switch up the dressing. The mix of flavors and textures in this salad will make your taste buds happy. It’s a fun twist on taco night that the whole family will enjoy.

Exact Ingredients List

Here’s what you need to make this tasty Dorito taco salad:

• 1 pound ground beef
• 1 packet taco seasoning
• 1/4 cup water
• 2-3 romaine hearts, chopped
• 3/4 cup cherry tomatoes, diced
• 1/2 cup shredded cheddar cheese
• 1/4 cup green onions, chopped
• 1/2 cup corn
• 1/3 cup cilantro, chopped
• 2 cups Doritos, broken into bite-sized pieces
• 1 cup Catalina dressing

This recipe serves 4 people. It takes about 10 minutes to prep and 10 minutes to cook.

You can swap the ground beef for turkey or chicken if you want. Feel free to use your favorite dressing instead of Catalina.

Remember to break the Doritos into smaller pieces. This makes the salad easier to eat and helps spread the crunchy texture.

Instructions

Brown 1 pound of ground beef in a large skillet over medium heat. Drain the grease once it’s cooked through. Add the taco seasoning packet and 1/4 cup water. Let it simmer for 3-4 minutes on low heat. Set the meat aside to cool a bit.

Chop up 2-3 romaine hearts and add them to a big bowl. Toss in 3/4 cup diced cherry tomatoes, 1/2 cup shredded cheddar, 1/4 cup chopped green onions, 1/2 cup corn, and 1/3 cup chopped cilantro. Mix it all up.

Now for the fun part! Break up about 2 cups of Doritos into bite-sized pieces. Add them to your salad bowl and give everything a good toss.

Top your colorful salad with the cooled taco meat. Drizzle about 1 cup of Catalina dressing over it all. You can use another dressing if you like, but Catalina is extra yummy here!

Serve up your Dorito taco salad right away while the chips are still crunchy. It’s best eaten fresh, so dig in and enjoy!

Possible Substitutes List

You can easily swap out ingredients in this Dorito taco salad to suit your tastes or what you have on hand. Here are some yummy options:

Meat:

• Ground turkey or chicken
• Shredded rotisserie chicken
• Black beans (for a veggie version)

Veggies:

• Iceberg lettuce instead of romaine
• Bell peppers
• Cucumber
• Avocado

Cheese:

• Pepper jack for a spicy kick
• Monterey jack
• Crumbled queso fresco

Chips:

• Cool Ranch Doritos
• Tortilla chips
• Fritos

Dressing:

• French dressing
• Russian dressing
• Western dressing
• Salsa mixed with sour cream

Feel free to mix and match these swaps. The great thing about this salad is how flexible it is. You can make it your own!

How To Make It Diabetes-Friendly

You can make this tasty Dorito taco salad more diabetes-friendly with a few easy swaps. Try using lean ground turkey instead of beef to cut down on fat and calories.

Replace the regular Doritos with baked tortilla chips or a small amount of crushed nuts for crunch. This lowers the carbs while adding healthy fats.

Skip the corn to reduce sugar content. Add extra veggies like bell peppers or cucumbers for more fiber and nutrients without the carbs.

Use a light Catalina dressing or make your own with sugar-free ketchup and a low-carb sweetener. You can also try a simple olive oil and vinegar dressing.

Cut back on the cheese or use a reduced-fat version. Add sliced avocado for healthy fats that won’t spike your blood sugar.

Remember to watch your portion sizes. Fill your plate mostly with the veggie mix and use smaller amounts of the higher-carb items like chips and dressing.

These changes make the salad more balanced for blood sugar control while keeping the yummy taco flavors you love!

Tips, Tricks & Storing

To keep your Dorito taco salad fresh and tasty, add the chips and dressing right before serving. This prevents the chips from getting soggy.

You can prep ingredients ahead of time. Chop veggies and cook beef up to a day in advance. Store them separately in the fridge.

Try different Doritos flavors for a fun twist. Cool Ranch or Spicy Nacho work great too!

For a lighter version, use ground turkey instead of beef. You can also add black beans for extra protein and fiber.

Make it your own by adding your favorite taco toppings. Sliced avocado, jalapeños, or sour cream are tasty options.

If you have leftovers, store the components separately. Keep the chips in an airtight container at room temperature. Put other ingredients in the fridge.

When reheating the beef, add a splash of water to keep it moist. Warm it in the microwave or on the stove.

For easy cleanup, use a large bowl with a lid. You can mix, serve, and store all in one container.