Description

Taco Pasta Salad is a vibrant and flavorful dish that brings together the best of a taco and a pasta salad in one exciting recipe. Perfect for potlucks, barbecues, or Taco Tuesdays, this salad features seasoned beef, fresh veggies, and a creamy dressing topped with crunchy Doritos. Its hearty ingredients ensure that it’s not just a side dish but can stand alone as a satisfying meal. Quick to prepare and easy to customize, Taco Pasta Salad is sure to impress your guests while being a breeze for you to make.

Ingredients

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1 pound rotini
1 pound lean ground beef
1 packet taco seasoning
15 ounces canned black beans (drained and rinsed)
8 ounces canned corn (drained)
2 cups halved cherry tomatoes
16 ounces Catalina dressing
9 ounces Nacho Cheese Doritos (crushed)

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Instructions

Cook the rotini according to package instructions; drain and rinse with cold water.
In a skillet over medium heat, brown the ground beef with taco seasoning mixed with water; drain excess fat.
In a large bowl, combine pasta, beef, black beans, corn, cherry tomatoes, and cheese.
Whisk together Catalina dressing and sour cream in a small bowl; mix into the salad until well combined.
If serving immediately, add crushed Doritos and lettuce; otherwise, store in the fridge until ready to serve.

Prep Time: 20 minutes
Cook Time: 15 minutes
Category: Salad
Method: Mixing
Cuisine: Mexican

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
Calories: 350
Sugar: 4g
Sodium: 650mg
Fat: 18g
Saturated Fat: 7g
Unsaturated Fat: 10g
Trans Fat: 0g
Carbohydrates: 34g
Fiber: 6g
Protein: 18g
Cholesterol: 60mg