Description
Indulge in the vibrant flavors of Taco Pasta Salad, where crunchy veggies meet tender rotini pasta, all enveloped in a zesty dressing. Perfect for picnics, family gatherings, or game nights, this dish is a colorful crowd-pleaser that’s as easy to make as it is delicious. With every bite, enjoy a delightful mix of textures and tastes that will leave everyone satisfied and asking for more!
Ingredients
Scale
- 8 oz rotini pasta
- 1 lb ground beef or turkey
- 2 tbsp taco seasoning
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
- 1 can (15 oz) black beans, rinsed and drained
- 1 cup bell peppers, diced (mix of colors)
- 1 cup corn kernels (fresh or frozen)
- 1/2 cup red onion, finely chopped
- 1/4 cup cilantro, chopped
- Juice of 1 lime
- 1/2 cup ranch dressing
Instructions
- Cook the rotini pasta in boiling salted water until al dente; drain and set aside.
- In a skillet over medium heat, brown the ground beef or turkey; drain excess fat and mix in taco seasoning.
- In a large bowl, combine cooked pasta with meat, black beans, cherry tomatoes, bell peppers, corn, and red onion.
- Drizzle ranch dressing and lime juice over the mixture; toss gently to combine.
- Fold in cilantro just before serving. Taste and adjust seasonings if needed.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Boiling
- Cuisine: Mexican
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 360
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 670mg
- Fat: 16g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 36g
- Fiber: 7g
- Protein: 22g
- Cholesterol: 65mg