- 1 lb (450g) ground beef (or ground turkey)
- 1 packet taco seasoning (or homemade: 1 teaspoon chili powder, ½ teaspoon cumin, ½ teaspoon garlic powder, ½ teaspoon onion powder, ¼ teaspoon paprika, salt & pepper)
- ½ cup water
For the Salad:
- 6 cups romaine lettuce or iceberg, chopped
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- ½ cup red onion, diced
- 1 cup canned black beans, rinsed and drained (optional)
- 1 cup corn kernels (fresh, canned, or frozen)
- 1 cup Catalina dressing (or ranch, thousand island, or French dressing)
- 2 cups Nacho Cheese Doritos, crushed slightly
- ½ cup sour cream (optional, for extra creaminess)
Optional Toppings:
- Sliced jalapeños
- Sliced black olives
- Avocado or guacamole
- Fresh cilantro