Description

Taco Pasta Salad is a vibrant and flavorful dish that combines the best of tacos and pasta, making it an ideal choice for any gathering. With seasoned ground beef, colorful veggies, and a creamy dressing topped with crunchy Doritos, it’s sure to be a hit at your next Taco Tuesday or summer barbecue. This crowd-pleaser is not only easy to prepare but also highly customizable to suit your taste preferences. Perfect as a main course or side dish, Taco Pasta Salad brings bold flavors and textures to the table, ensuring it will disappear quickly.

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)
2 cups shredded iceberg lettuce

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Instructions

Cook the rotini in a large pot of boiling water until al dente. Drain and rinse with cold water.
In a skillet, brown the ground beef over medium heat. Drain excess grease and stir in taco seasoning with water; cook until liquid evaporates.
In a large mixing bowl, combine cooked rotini, beef, black beans, corn, cherry tomatoes, and cheese.
Whisk together Catalina dressing and sour cream. Pour over salad mixture; stir to coat evenly.
If serving immediately, fold in crushed Doritos and lettuce just before serving. Otherwise, refrigerate until ready to serve.

Prep Time: 20 minutes
Cook Time: 15 minutes
Category: Main
Method: Boiling, Skillet Cooking
Cuisine: Mexican

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 serving
Calories: 420
Sugar: 6g
Sodium: 780mg
Fat: 18g
Saturated Fat: 8g
Unsaturated Fat: 10g
Trans Fat: 0g
Carbohydrates: 44g
Fiber: 6g
Protein: 24g
Cholesterol: 60mg