Description
Taco Pasta Salad is a vibrant fusion dish that brings together the beloved flavors of taco night and pasta in one hearty bowl. This easy-to-make salad features seasoned ground beef, fresh vegetables, and a creamy dressing, with a delicious crunch from crushed Doritos. Perfect for potlucks, picnics, or weeknight dinners, this recipe is as versatile as it is crowd-pleasing. With just 15 minutes of prep time, you can create a flavorful dish that your family and friends will rave about. Customize it to suit your taste preferences by swapping in your favorite ingredients or toppings. Enjoy this delightful Taco Pasta Salad at your next gathering!
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 pound rotini
- 1 pound lean ground beef
- 15 ounces canned black beans (drained and rinsed)
- 8 ounces canned corn (drained)
- 2 cups halved cherry tomatoes
- 2 cups shredded Fiesta blend cheese
- 16 ounces Catalina dressing
- Crushed Nacho Cheese Doritos for topping
Instructions
- Cook rotini in boiling water until al dente; drain and rinse with cold water.
- Brown ground beef in a skillet; drain excess grease and mix in taco seasoning with water.
- In a large bowl, combine cooked pasta, seasoned beef, black beans, corn, tomatoes, and cheese.
- Whisk together Catalina dressing and sour cream; pour over salad and mix well.
- Before serving, fold in crushed Doritos and shredded lettuce.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Salad
- Method: Mixing
- Cuisine: Mexican
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 420
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 680mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 38g
- Fiber: 5g
- Protein: 20g
- Cholesterol: 60mg