Keto Dorito Taco Salad

Here’s a Keto Dorito Taco Salad that hits all the crunchy, cheesy, taco-night vibes—without the carbs 🌮🧀

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🌮 Keto Dorito Taco Salad

Serves: 4

Net carbs: ~4–5g per serving

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Ingredients

Taco Meat

• 1 lb ground beef

• 1 tbsp taco seasoning (keto / no sugar)

• ¼ cup water

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“Dorito” Crunch (Keto)

• 1½ cups shredded cheddar cheese

• ½ tsp chili powder

• ¼ tsp smoked paprika

• ¼ tsp garlic powder

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Salad Base

• 4 cups chopped romaine or iceberg lettuce

• ½ cup diced tomatoes

• ¼ cup diced red onion (optional)

• ¼ cup sliced black olives (optional)

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Creamy Taco Dressing

• ½ cup sour cream

• ¼ cup mayonnaise

• 1 tbsp taco seasoning

• 1 tbsp lime juice

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Instructions

1. Make Dorito Chips

   • Preheat oven to 400°F (205°C).

   • Drop tablespoon-size mounds of cheese on parchment.

   • Sprinkle with spices.

   • Bake 6–8 minutes until crispy. Cool & break into chips.

2. Cook Taco Meat

   • Brown beef, drain fat.

   • Add taco seasoning + water; simmer 5 minutes.

3. Make Dressing

   • Whisk all dressing ingredients until smooth.

4. Assemble Salad

   • Toss lettuce with dressing.

   • Top with taco meat, veggies, and keto Dorito chips.

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Optional Toppings

• Avocado chunks

• Jalapeños

• Extra cheese

• Salsa (no sugar)

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Pro Tips

✔ Cheese crisps = best Dorito texture
✔ Assemble just before serving to keep crunch
✔ Meal-prep: store chips separately

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Variations

• Chicken Dorito Salad: use taco-seasoned chicken

• Cool Ranch Style: add ranch seasoning to cheese chips

• Nacho Cheese: sprinkle nutritional yeast on chips