1head iceberg lettuceripped into bite-sized pieces
2-3roma tomatoesdiced
1cupDorito Nacho Cheese Chipsbroken into pieces*
1/2cupDorito Ranch Chipsbroken into pieces*
6ozcolby jack cheeseshredded (more if desired)
Instructions
Dressing: In a bowl combine the ketchup, mild taco sauce and approx. 1/2 the can of tomato sauce. Stir and then taste. Add additional taco sauce (or toss in some hot sauce if you want), as needed. Set aside.
Ground Beef: Bring a large cast iron skillet to medium-high heat. Add ground beef and move around until cooked through. Drain excess grease. Add the remaining 1/2 can of tomato sauce and then taco seasoning. Stir to combine. You can add 1-2 tablespoons of water to thin a bit, if needed. Turn off heat but keep pan warm.
Build Salad: While the ground beef is cooking, add your lettuce to a large salad bowl. Add the tomatoes on top of that and then the chips. Place the cheese on top of the chips and spread out evenly to cover.
Add Beef: Place the warm beef on top of the cheese. Let sit for 2-4 minutes so the beef can melt the cheese. Toss to combine.
Toss and Serve: Serve immediately with the dressing and enjoy! Feel free to serve with a pitcher of Skinny Margaritas or these Beer Margaritas!
Notes
Dorito's: if you don't want to use the Dorito's brand and are looking for something a little less processed, I highly recommend the Siete brand! This is just a nostalgic recipe and it brings back so many childhood memories. So I had to write it exactly how my Mom made this!
Extra Protein: Sometimes I add another 1/2-1 lb ground beef and up the taco seasoning and cheese a bit, if I want to feed a few extra people.
Leftovers: this is best eaten right away - as the chips sit they will get a bit soggy.