How to Make Walking Tacos

Ingredients

• 2 lb Lean Ground Beef (85% lean; can use 90% lean or ground turkey as a substitute)
• 0.5 cup Red Salsa (Any inexpensive red salsa works; Pico de gallo can be used instead)
• 2 tbsp Taco Seasoning (Homemade or store‑bought packet)
• 0.25 cup Water (Optional; adds juiciness to meat)
• 1 large bag (10 oz) Doritos (or similar corn chips) (Nacho Cheese flavor is classic; can substitute Fritos, Ranch Doritos, or plain tortilla chips)
• 2 cup Shredded Lettuce (Iceberg or romaine, shredded)
• 1 cup Diced Tomato (Fresh, seeded and diced)
• 1 cup Shredded Cheddar Cheese (Sharp cheddar preferred; Mexican blend works too)
• 0.5 cup Sour Cream (optional) (Adds creaminess; can use Greek yogurt instead)

Instructions

1. Preheat Skillet

   Place a large skillet over medium‑high heat and let it warm for about 2 minutes.

   Time: PT2M

2. Brown the Ground Beef

   Add the 2 lb of lean ground beef to the skillet. Use a meat separator or spatula to break it up, let it sit for a minute, then break it up again. Cook, stirring occasionally, until fully browned.

   Time: PT8M

3. Drain Excess Grease

   Carefully tilt the skillet and pour off any rendered fat into a safe container.

   Time: PT1M

4. Season the Meat

   Reduce heat to low. Stir in ½ cup salsa, 2 tbsp taco seasoning, and ¼ cup water (optional). Let the mixture simmer for 3–5 minutes so the flavors meld.

   Time: PT4M

5. Prepare Fresh Toppings

   While the meat simmers, shred the lettuce, dice the tomato, and shred the cheddar cheese. Place each in separate bowls.

   Time: PT5M

6. Crush Doritos and Open Bags

   Open each Doritos bag, crush the chips inside with your hands, and cut off the top of the bag to create an opening.

   Time: PT3M

7. Assemble Walking Tacos

   Into each prepared bag, add a generous scoop of seasoned meat, then top with lettuce, tomato, cheese, and any optional toppings like sour cream or extra salsa. Use a fork to mix everything together and enjoy.

   Time: PT3M

Nutrition Facts

Calories

350

Protein

20g

Carbohydrates

15g

Fat

18g

Fiber

2g