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A fork lifts a bite of Doritos Taco Salad with ground beef, lettuce, cheese, and tomatoes.

Ingredients

  • 1 pound lean ground beef
  • 2 tablespoons taco seasoning mix
  • 1/2 cup water
  • 4 cups chopped romaine lettuce
  • 1 medium tomato diced
  • 3/4 cup shredded cheddar cheese
  • 1 1/2 cups lightly crushed nacho cheese-flavored tortilla chips such as Doritos
  • 1/2 cup light salad dressing whichever you prefer

Instructions

  • Heat a large skillet over medium heat. Add the ground beef and cook until it is no longer pink, breaking it into small pieces with a spatula.
    Browning ground beef in a skillet for Doritos Taco Salad, breaking it into small pieces.
  • Stir in the taco seasoning and water. Let it simmer for about 5 minutes until the sauce thickens. Then, remove the skillet from the heat and allow the meat to cool slightly.
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  • In a large bowl, combine the chopped romaine lettuce, diced tomato, and shredded cheddar cheese. Add the cooled meat and toss gently.
    Ground beef taco salad with lettuce, tomatoes, shredded cheese, and seasoned beef in a white bowl. Perfect for healthy, easy-to-make meal prep and nutritious dinner options.
  • Just before serving, sprinkle the crushed tortilla chips over the salad and drizzle with the light salad dressing. Toss again to evenly coat all ingredients.
    Ground beef taco salad with lettuce, tomatoes, shredded cheese, and crispy tortilla chips in a white bowl on a light surface.

Nutrition Info:

Calories: 561kcal (28%) Carbohydrates: 36g (12%) Protein: 33g (66%) Fat: 32g (49%) Saturated Fat: 9g (56%) Sodium: 652mg (28%) Fiber: 4g (17%) Sugar: 3g (3%)

Nutrition Disclaimer

Nutrition information are estimates only and may vary based on the specific brands, ingredients, and portion sizes you use. This data is provided for informational purposes only.