Description
A refreshing and customizable pasta salad that mixes the fun flavors of tacos with pasta, perfect for summer gatherings.
Ingredients
Scale
- 8 ounces rotini or penne pasta
- 1 pound ground beef or turkey
- 1 packet taco seasoning
- 1 cup chopped bell peppers
- 1/2 cup chopped red onion
- 1 cup chopped tomatoes
- 1 can black beans or corn
- 1 cup shredded cheddar or Mexican blend cheese
- 1/2 cup ranch dressing
- 1/2 cup salsa
- Tortilla chips, avocados, or fresh cilantro for topping
Instructions
- Cook the pasta according to package instructions. Drain and rinse under cold water.
- In a skillet over medium heat, brown the ground beef or turkey. Add taco seasoning and water as needed; simmer until cooked through.
- Chop the bell peppers, onions, and tomatoes.
- In a large bowl, combine cooled pasta, cooked meat, chopped veggies, black beans, and cheese. Drizzle with ranch and salsa, then toss to combine.
- Chill the salad in the fridge for at least an hour before serving.
Notes
Customize with different proteins, veggies, or spices. This salad can be made ahead of time and stays fresh for up to 3 days.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Chilling
- Cuisine: Mexican
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 400
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 500mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 35g
- Fiber: 8g
- Protein: 25g
- Cholesterol: 70mg