Description
This vibrant Dorito Taco Salad combines the savory flavors of seasoned vegan ground beef, fresh vegetables, crunchy Doritos, and creamy avocado, all tossed together with zesty Catalina dressing. Ready in just 10 minutes, it’s a perfect quick and satisfying meal for six.
Ingredients
For the Taco Meat
- 10 oz vegan ground beef
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1/3 cup onions, diced
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 teaspoon taco seasoning
For the Salad
- 14 oz iceberg lettuce, chopped
- 3/4 cup vegan cheddar, shredded
- 1 cup black olives, sliced
- 1/2 cup cherry tomatoes, chopped
- 1 avocado, cut into cubes
- 2 big handfuls Doritos, lightly crushed (use gluten-free if preferred)
- 1 (15 oz) can black beans, drained
Dressing
- Catalina dressing, as needed
Instructions
- Prepare the Taco Meat: Heat 1 tablespoon olive oil in a frying pan over medium heat. Add diced onions, minced garlic, vegan ground beef, and 2 teaspoons taco seasoning. Cook and stir for about 5 minutes until the vegan beef is browned and the onions are softened. Remove from heat and set aside.
- Assemble the Salad Base: In a large mixing bowl, combine chopped iceberg lettuce, shredded vegan cheddar, sliced black olives, chopped cherry tomatoes, cubed avocado, lightly crushed Doritos, and drained black beans. Toss gently to mix all ingredients evenly.
- Add the Taco Meat: Add the cooked taco meat mixture from the frying pan into the salad bowl. Mix thoroughly to distribute the seasoned vegan beef throughout the salad.
- Dress and Serve: Pour Catalina dressing over the salad to your taste. Toss gently to coat all ingredients with the dressing. Serve immediately in bowls or on plates for a fresh, crunchy, and flavorful meal.
Notes
- Use gluten-free Doritos if you prefer a gluten-free version of the salad.
- Adjust the amount of Catalina dressing based on your preference for moisture and flavor intensity.
- You can substitute iceberg lettuce with romaine or mixed greens for variation.
- For added protein, consider adding extra black beans or a vegan meat alternative.
- If vegan cheddar is unavailable, nutritional yeast can add a cheesy flavor as a substitute.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 5 minutes
- Category: Salad
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: Tex-Mex
