Description
This Taco Pasta Salad is packed with flavor and made effortlessly. With a delightful combination of pasta, seasoned beef, and fresh veggies, it’s perfect for quick dinners or potlucks. Enjoy a taste of summer with every bite!
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 pound pasta (gluten-free for gluten-free)
- 1 pound taco seasoned ground beef (cooked)
- 1 cup tomatoes, diced
- 1 cup corn
- 1 cup black beans
- 1 cup red bell pepper, diced
- 1/4 cup red onion, diced
- 1/4 cup green onions, thinly sliced
- 1/2 cup cheddar cheese, shredded
- 2 tablespoons cilantro, chopped (optional)
- 1/2 cup salsa
- 1/4 cup mayonnaise
- 1/4 cup sour cream
- 1 tablespoon lime juice (or apple cider vinegar)
- 1 tablespoon cilantro (optional)
Instructions
- Cook the pasta according to package directions, then drain and rinse with cold water until cool.
- In a large bowl, combine the pasta, seasoned beef, diced tomatoes, corn, black beans, diced red bell pepper, diced red onion, sliced green onions, shredded cheese, and optional cilantro.
- In a separate bowl, whisk together the salsa, mayonnaise, sour cream, lime juice, and optional cilantro.
- Pour the dressing over the pasta mixture and mix well.
Notes
Feel free to customize with additional toppings like avocado or jalapeños.
This salad can be prepared a day in advance; just add the dressing before serving for freshness.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 0g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 6g
- Protein: 20g
- Cholesterol: 80mg
