Jessie's Taco Salad Recipe

Craving a quick, flavorful, and customizable taco salad? Jessie's Taco Salad is your answer! This recipe is easily adaptable to your taste preferences and perfect for a weeknight dinner or a casual gathering. Enjoy a satisfying mix of seasoned ground beef, crunchy Doritos, crisp lettuce, and your favorite toppings. A touch of Catalina dressing and Taco Bell medium sauce adds the perfect kick. Get ready for a fiesta in your mouth!

Prep Time 15 mins
Cook Time 40 mins
Calories 939.8 kcal
Protein 72g
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Ingredients for Jessie's Taco Salad

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How to Make Jessie's Taco Salad

  1. Brown 1 lb ground beef with 1 medium chopped onion in a large skillet over medium-high heat until beef is cooked through.
  2. Drain excess grease, leaving approximately 2 tablespoons of oil in the pan.
  3. Add 1 packet (or 1 tbsp) of taco seasoning to the pan and mix well with the remaining oil.
  4. Set aside to cool completely if desired, or proceed with warm meat.
  5. Crush 1 bag (11 oz) of Doritos and set aside.
  6. In a large mixing bowl, add 4 cups shredded lettuce, 1 cup sliced black olives, and 2 cups shredded cheese.
  7. Once cooled, add the seasoned ground beef to the bowl.
  8. Stir well to combine.
  9. Add 1/2 cup Catalina dressing and 1/4 cup Taco Bell medium taco sauce (or more, to taste).
  10. Gently stir to coat the salad evenly. If using, add 1 cup chopped tomatoes now.
  11. Add crushed Doritos last, gently tossing to incorporate.
  12. Serve immediately or refrigerate for later (best served fresh).
  13. Enjoy!

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

55 g

Sugar

50g

Fat

71g

Carbs

20g

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Frequently Asked Questions

How long does it take to make Jessie's Taco Salad?

Jessie's Taco Salad takes about 55 minutes from start to finish — roughly 15 minutes to prepare and 40 minutes to cook.

How many calories are in Jessie's Taco Salad?

Jessie's Taco Salad has approximately 939.8 calories per serving, with about 72 g protein, 20 g carbohydrates and 94 g fat.

What ingredients do I need for Jessie's Taco Salad?

The key ingredients for Jessie's Taco Salad are Ground Beef, Taco Seasoning, Onion, Lettuce, Taco Blend Cheese, Black Olives. See the full list with measurements above.

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