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taco pasta salad​

taco pasta salad

Taco pasta salad is a tasty mix of pasta, beef, cheese, and veggies. Easy to make and perfect for dinner, picnics, or parties.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Chill time 30 minutes
Total Time 55 minutes
Servings: 8
Course: Main dish / Salad
Cuisine: Mexican-inspired / American fusion
Calories: 450
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 1 oz rotini or fusilli pasta
  • 1 lb ground beef or turkey
  • 1 packet taco seasoning
  • 1 can black beans (drained and rinsed)
  • 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
  • 1 cup corn
  • 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
  • 1/2 cup sour cream
  • 1/2 cup mayonnaise
  • 1/2 cup salsa
  • 1/4 cup green onions, chopped
  • Handful cilantro, chopped (optional)

Equipment

  • Large pot for pasta
  • Large mixing bowl
  • Skillet
  • Colander
  • Mixing spoon or spatula
  • Small bowl for dressing

Method
 

  1. Cook the rotini pasta until al dente, then drain and rinse with cold water to cool.
  2. Brown the ground beef or turkey in a skillet, add taco seasoning, and cook according to package instructions. Let cool.
  3. Mix sour cream, mayonnaise, and salsa in a small bowl to make the dressing.
  4. In a large bowl, combine pasta, taco meat, black beans, cherry tomatoes, corn, and shredded cheddar.
  5. Add the dressing and toss until evenly coated.
  6. Top with green onions and optional cilantro, then chill for about 30 minutes before serving. 🌮🍝

Notes

This Taco Pasta Salad recipe combines classic taco flavors with tender pasta and a creamy salsa dressing. Loaded with seasoned ground beef, black beans, sweet corn, and fresh vegetables, this cold pasta salad is perfect for summer BBQs, potlucks, or easy weeknight meals. The creamy taco dressing brings everything together, creating a flavorful and satisfying dish that can be made ahead and served chilled.