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Taco Pasta Salad

Delicious Taco Pasta Salad for Ultimate Summer Gatherings

A vibrant Taco Pasta Salad that beautifully fuses Tex-Mex flavors with pasta, perfect for summer gatherings.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Cooling Time 5 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 6 servings
Course: Salad
Cuisine: Tex-Mex
Calories: 350
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Salad
  • 8 oz Rotini Can substitute with small pasta shapes like shells or macaroni.
  • 1 lb Lean Ground Beef Helps control fat content while keeping flavors bold.
  • 1 pkg Taco Seasoning One standard package is recommended.
  • 2 medium Chopped Tomatoes Roma tomatoes work great for this recipe.
  • 1 cup Shredded Cheddar Cheese Consider swapping for Monterey Jack for a different taste.
  • 1 cup Black Beans Rinse and drain for optimal flavor.
  • 1 cup Corn Canned corn is a quick and convenient option.
  • 1 small Red Onion Finely chopped for better mixing.
For the Dressing
  • 1 cup French Dressing Acts as a creamy base.
  • 1/2 cup Mayonnaise Adjust the amount to meet your preference.
For the Crunch
  • 2 cups Crushed Doritos Optional for a delightful crunch.

Equipment

  • large pot
  • Skillet
  • mixing bowl
  • colander
  • whisk

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Cook the pasta in salted water until al dente, about 8-10 minutes. Drain and rinse under cold water to cool.
  2. In a skillet, heat oil and brown the ground beef with taco seasoning for 8-10 minutes.
  3. In a large bowl, mix the cooled pasta, seasoned beef, tomatoes, cheese, beans, corn, and onion.
  4. Whisk together the French dressing and mayonnaise, then pour over the pasta mixture and toss.
  5. Fold in the crushed Doritos just before serving.
  6. Serve chilled or at room temperature, optionally adding toppings like salsa or guacamole.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 45gProtein: 15gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 5gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 2gCholesterol: 40mgSodium: 600mgPotassium: 300mgFiber: 5gSugar: 3gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 10mgCalcium: 200mgIron: 2mg

Notes

For best results, chill all ingredients before combining. This salad can be made a few hours in advance but wait to add Doritos until serving.

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