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Frito Taco Salad

Frito Taco Salad: A Crunchy and Flavorful Family Favorite

Frito Taco Salad is a quick and colorful dish that brings vibrant Mexican flavors to your table in just 30 minutes.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 6 servings
Course: Salads
Cuisine: Mexican
Calories: 350
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Salad Base
  • 1 pound Lean Ground Beef or turkey/chicken for lighter option
  • 6 cups Chopped Iceberg Lettuce or romaine/spinach
  • 2 cups Diced Fresh Tomatoes or cherry tomatoes
For the Flavor
  • 1 packet Taco Seasoning homemade preferred
  • 1 cup Salsa mild or spicy
  • 1 cup Catalina Dressing or ranch/vinaigrette
For the Crunch
  • 2 cups Frito Corn Chips or Doritos for a unique flavor
  • 1 cup Shredded Cheddar Cheese or pepper jack for spice
Toppings Optional
  • 1/2 cup Jalapenos optional
  • 1 cup Sour Cream optional
  • 1/2 cup Onions fresh or pickled

Equipment

  • large skillet
  • large serving bowl
  • spatula

Method
 

Step‑by‑Step Instructions for Frito Taco Salad
  1. In a large skillet over medium heat, add the lean ground beef and cook for about 5–7 minutes until fully browned, breaking up large chunks.
  2. Return the drained beef to the skillet, sprinkle taco seasoning over it, and pour in ½ cup of water. Simmer for about 5 minutes.
  3. In a large serving bowl, layer chopped iceberg lettuce as the base, followed by the seasoned beef mixture.
  4. Layer diced tomatoes and shredded cheddar cheese over the beef, then sprinkle Frito corn chips on top.
  5. Drizzle your choice of salsa and Catalina dressing over the salad, and toss everything together.
  6. Top with additional Frito chips and desired toppings like jalapenos, sour cream, or sliced onions. Serve immediately.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 25gFat: 20gSaturated Fat: 8gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 8gCholesterol: 70mgSodium: 800mgPotassium: 600mgFiber: 4gSugar: 3gVitamin A: 30IUVitamin C: 25mgCalcium: 15mgIron: 10mg

Notes

Serve fresh immediately after assembling to keep the chips crunchy. Prepare ingredients separately for gatherings for customization.

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