Description
A hearty Tex-Mex salad combining spiced ground beef, crisp greens, fresh veggies, and creamy crunch from crushed nacho cheese Doritos. Light yet satisfying, perfect for family meals or meal preps.
Ingredients
1 lb ground beef (80/20)
1 head iceberg lettuce, chopped
1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
1/2 cup sweet corn kernels
1/2 cup diced jalapeños
1/2 cup diced bell pepper
1 can (15 oz) black beans, rinsed
1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
1 cup crushed nacho cheese Doritos
1/2 cup taco seasoning
2 tbsp chili powder
1 tbsp onion powder
1 tbsp garlic powder
1 tsp ground cumin
1/2 cup ranch or Catalina dressing (non-alcoholic)
1 avocado, sliced (optional)
Fresh cilantro (optional)
Lime wedges (optional)
Instructions
Heat oil in a skillet over medium heat; cook ground beef until browned, breaking into crumbles.
Add taco seasoning, chili powder, onion powder, garlic powder, and cumin. Simmer 5 minutes.
Cool the beef slightly, then layer chopped lettuce in a large bowl.
Toss in tomatoes, corn, jalapeños, bell pepper, and black beans.
Top with warm beef, shredded cheese, crushed Doritos, and avocado or cilantro if desired.
Serve with a dollop of dressing and a lime wedge on the side.
Notes
Substitute ground beef with grilled portobello mushrooms or chickpeas for a vegetarian option.
Use cooked corn from the cob or frozen corn.
Store leftovers within 2 hours of serving for food safety.
Avoid using pork or alcohol-based seasonings to comply with dietary restrictions.
- Prep Time: 20
- Cook Time: 15
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Stovetop & Assembly
- Cuisine: Tex-Mex
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl
- Calories: 520
- Sugar: 8g
- Sodium: 1500mg
- Fat: 28g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fiber: 8g
- Protein: 28g
- Cholesterol: 70mg