Frito Taco Salad with Catalina Dressing (Crunchy Potluck Favorite) - My Home Made Recipe

Ingredients

• 1 lb (450 g) lean ground beef
• 1 packet (1 oz or 28 g) taco seasoning
• 1/3 cup (80 ml) water
• 1 tablespoon Catalina dressing, optional for the beef
• 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
• 6 cups (300 g) chopped iceberg or romaine lettuce, washed and dried
• 1 can (15 oz or 425 g) kidney beans, rinsed and drained
• 1 1/2 cups (225 g) cherry tomatoes, halved
• 1 cup (115 g) shredded cheddar cheese
• 1/2 cup (75 g) diced red onion
• 2 cups (90 g) Fritos corn chips, plus more for topping
• 3/4 to 1 cup (180-240 ml) Catalina dressing
• 2 tablespoons chopped cilantro or green onion, optional
• Lime wedges, optional