🌮 WW “Dorito” Taco Salad

This WW-friendly “Dorito” Taco Salad delivers all the bold, zesty flavor and satisfying crunch of the classic version — without the heavy calories or high Points. It’s layered with seasoned lean taco meat, crisp romaine lettuce, juicy tomatoes, and a creamy, tangy Greek yogurt taco dressing that keeps everything light but flavorful.

This lighter taco salad keeps all the bold, crunchy flavor of a classic “Dorito” taco salad — but with smart swaps to keep Points low and protein high.

🥩 Taco Meat (Lightened Up)

Choose One:

• 1 lb 99% fat-free ground turkey

• 1 lb 96% lean ground beef

• 1 tbsp taco seasoning (low sugar preferred)

• ¼ cup water

👉 Simmer after browning for extra flavor and moisture.

🟣 Points (per serving)

• 99% turkey: 0–1 Points

• 96% lean beef: 2–3 Points

(Points vary slightly by brand — check your app.)

🥗 Salad Base (ZeroPoint Power)

• 4 cups chopped romaine or iceberg

• ½ cup diced tomatoes

• ¼ cup red onion (optional)

• ¼ cup sliced black olives (optional)

🟣 Points

• Veggies: 0 Points

• Black olives: ~1 Point per serving if used

🧀 Crunchy “Dorito” Swap (WW-Friendly Options)

Instead of regular Doritos, use one:

• ½ oz baked tortilla chips (measured!)

• High-protein tortilla chips

• Air-fried corn tortilla strips (from 1 small corn tortilla)

🟣 Points (per serving)

• ½ oz baked chips: 2–3 Points

• Air-fried tortilla strips: ~2 Points

• High-protein chips: 2–4 Points (check label)

👉 Portion control is key — measure, don’t guess!

🥣 Light Creamy Taco Dressing

• ½ cup plain nonfat Greek yogurt

• 1 tbsp light mayo (optional)

• 1 tbsp taco seasoning

• 1 tbsp lime juice

• Splash of water to thin

🟣 Points (per serving)

• Without mayo: 0 Points

• With light mayo: 1 Point per serving

Much lighter than sour cream + full mayo!

👩‍🍳 How to Assemble

1️⃣ Brown meat. Add seasoning + water. Simmer 5 minutes.
2️⃣ Mix dressing ingredients until smooth.
3️⃣ Toss lettuce lightly with dressing.
4️⃣ Top with warm taco meat, tomatoes, onions, olives, and measured crunchy topping.

Assemble just before serving for maximum crunch.

🔢 Estimated WW Points Per Serving

✅ With 99% Fat-Free Turkey

• Meat: 0–1

• Chips: 2–3

• Dressing (no mayo): 0

• Olives (optional): 1

➡️ Total: 2–4 Points

✅ With 96% Lean Beef

• Meat: 2–3

• Chips: 2–3

• Dressing: 0–1

• Olives: 1

➡️ Total: 4–5 Points

💡 How to Lower Points Even More

• Skip olives

• Skip light mayo

• Use air-fried tortilla strips

• Bulk up lettuce volume

• Add extra zero-point veggies (peppers, cucumber, salsa)

❓ WW FAQ

Q: Can I meal prep this?
Yes! Store meat, lettuce, dressing, and chips separately. Assemble before eating.

Q: Can I add cheese?
Yes — 1 tbsp reduced-fat shredded cheese adds about 1 Point.

Q: Is this filling enough?
Yes! High protein + high fiber + high volume = very satisfying.