Description
Taco Pasta Salad is a delightful fusion that brings together the best of tacos and pasta in one vibrant dish. This crowd-pleaser features seasoned beef, colorful vegetables, creamy dressing, and a satisfying crunch from crushed Doritos. Perfect for potlucks, picnics, or Taco Tuesday, this recipe is not only easy to prepare but also allows for customization based on your taste preferences. With its bold flavors and fun textures, Taco Pasta Salad is sure to become a favorite at any gathering. Prepare it ahead of time for effortless entertaining, and watch as it disappears from the table!
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 pound rotini
- 1 pound lean ground beef
- 15 ounces canned black beans (drained and rinsed)
- 8 ounces canned corn (drained)
- 16 ounces Catalina dressing
- 2 cups shredded Fiesta blend cheese
- 9 ounces Nacho Cheese Doritos (crushed)
Instructions
- Cook rotini in boiling water until al dente. Drain and rinse with cold water.
- Brown ground beef in a skillet over medium heat; drain grease. Stir in taco seasoning and water; cook until liquid evaporates.
- In a large mixing bowl, combine cooked pasta, seasoned beef, black beans, corn, cheese, and diced onion.
- Whisk together Catalina dressing and sour cream; pour over salad mixture and stir to combine.
- Fold in crushed Doritos and shredded lettuce just before serving.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Boiling/Sautéing
- Cuisine: Mexican
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 360
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 850mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 33g
- Fiber: 5g
- Protein: 21g
- Cholesterol: 60mg