Description
A vibrant mix of taco flavors and hearty pasta, topped with fresh ingredients, perfect for any occasion.
Ingredients
Scale
- 8 ounces pasta (such as rotini or penne)
- 1 pound ground beef or turkey
- 1 packet taco seasoning
- 1 can black beans, rinsed and drained
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
- 1 cup corn
- 1/2 cup red onion, diced
- 1 cup shredded cheese (cheddar or Mexican blend)
- 1/2 cup salsa
- Chopped iceberg lettuce for garnish (optional)
Instructions
- Cook the Pasta: Boil water in a large pot, adding a pinch of salt. Cook the pasta according to package instructions until al dente, then drain and set aside in a mixing bowl.
- Prepare the Meat: In a large skillet, heat over medium heat. Sauté the ground beef or turkey until browned and no pink remains, then drain any excess fat.
- Season: Stir in the taco seasoning, following the instructions on the packet. Add a splash of water if required and allow it to heat through.
- Combine Ingredients: In the mixing bowl with your pasta, add the seasoned meat. Gently fold in the black beans, halved cherry tomatoes, corn, diced red onion, and shredded cheese.
- Incorporate Salsa: Spoon the salsa into the mixture, stirring carefully until everything is well-coated.
- Chill: Cover the bowl and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes to deepen the flavors.
- Serve: Sprinkle chopped lettuce on top just before serving.
Notes
Taco Pasta Salad can be prepared ahead of time and stays flavorful in the fridge for up to three days. Keep lettuce separate until serving for crunch.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Mixing
- Cuisine: Mexican
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 440
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 40g
- Fiber: 6g
- Protein: 25g
- Cholesterol: 75mg
Keywords: Taco, Pasta, Salad, Quick Meal, Family Dinner, Meal Prep