Inspired by Midwestern-classic “walking tacos,” my crowd-pleasing Dorito Taco Salad is fully loaded with taco-seasoned beef, cheese, fresh vegetables, and nacho cheese chips.Try this 30-minute meal for an easy weeknight dinner idea or for a casual party or potluck.Walking tacos (AKA tacos in a bag) were a Midwestern staple when I was a kid.

From hot lunches to concession stand menus to potlucks, the concept is a brilliant meal that’s easy to enjoy on-the-go.To make it, simply stuff taco fixings inside a single-serving bag of Doritos or Fritos.This 30-minute meal transforms that concept into a family-sized dinner.

Even veggie-averse diners will beg for seconds of this Dorito Taco Salad recipe.Table of ContentsRecipe ingredientsIngredient notesStep-by-step instructionsRecipe tips and variationsDorito Taco Salad RecipeRecipe ingredients Ingredient notes Granulated sugar: The ½ cup sugar in the dressing may sound like a lot, but it tastes just like the ones at Wisconsin supper clubs of my youth (they’d bring a small salad dressing caddy to your table with 4 different kinds of dressing: Ranch, Italian, Thousand Island, and French).If you don’t love sweet dressings, start with 2 tablespoons of sugar, taste, and increase if desired.

Or, substitute a bottle of store-bought French dressing.Light olive oil: Light olive oil is milder than extra virgin which allows the other flavor-boosters to shine.Paprika: Use regular paprika (often simply label

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