Description
A flavorful Taco Pasta Salad packed with seasoned ground beef, colorful vegetables, and a creamy taco dressing. Perfect for potlucks, picnics, or a quick weeknight dinner.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 pound pasta (rotini, elbow macaroni, or penne)
- 1 pound ground beef
- 1 ounce taco seasoning packet
- 1 cup corn (fresh, frozen, or canned)
- 1 cup black beans, rinsed and drained
- 1 red bell pepper, diced
- 1 green bell pepper, diced
- 1/2 red onion, diced
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- 1/2 cup chopped fresh cilantro
- Dressing:
- 1 cup mayonnaise
- 1/2 cup sour cream
- 1/4 cup milk
- 2 tablespoons taco seasoning
- 1 tablespoon lime juice
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/2 teaspoon cumin
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- 1. Cook the pasta according to package directions until al dente. Drain and rinse under cold water.
- 2. Brown the ground beef in a large skillet over medium heat. Drain off any excess grease.
- 3. Stir in the taco seasoning and cook for 2-3 minutes.
- 4. In a large bowl, combine the cooked pasta, ground beef, corn, black beans, bell peppers, red onion, tomatoes, cheese, and cilantro.
- 5. In a separate bowl, whisk together the mayonnaise, sour cream, milk, taco seasoning, lime juice, garlic powder, cumin, salt, and pepper.
- 6. Pour the dressing over the pasta mixture and toss gently to combine.
- 7. Cover and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes to allow the flavors to meld.
- 8. Before serving, toss again and add any desired toppings, such as avocado, sour cream, or crushed tortilla chips.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Salad
- Cuisine: Mexican American
Nutrition
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 8g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 25g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Carbohydrates: 35g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 20g
- Cholesterol: 75mg