Doritos Taco Salad

Ingredients:

• 1 lb ground beef
• 1 packet taco seasoning mix
• 1 large head of lettuce, chopped
• 1 can (15 oz) kidney beans, drained and rinsed
• 1 cup diced tomatoes
• 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
• 1/2 cup chopped red onion
• 1/2 cup sliced black olives (optional)
• 1 cup Catalina or French dressing
• 1 bag Nacho Cheese Doritos, slightly crushed

Instructions:

1. Cook the Ground Beef:
   • In a large skillet, cook the ground beef over medium heat until fully browned. Drain excess fat.
   • Add the taco seasoning mix and follow the package instructions (usually involves adding water and simmering).
2. Prepare the Salad:
   • In a large bowl, combine the chopped lettuce, kidney beans, diced tomatoes, shredded cheese, red onion, and black olives (if using).
3. Assemble the Salad:
   • Add the cooked and seasoned ground beef to the salad mixture.
   • Pour the Catalina or French dressing over the salad and toss well to combine.
4. Add the Doritos:
   • Just before serving, add the slightly crushed Doritos to the salad and toss lightly. This ensures the Doritos remain crunchy.
5. Serve:
   • Serve immediately and enjoy!

Tips:

• For a spicier version, you can use spicy taco seasoning and spicy Doritos.
• Add other toppings like avocado, jalapeños, or a dollop of sour cream for extra flavor.
• If you prefer, you can substitute ground turkey or chicken for the ground beef.