Description
Taco Pasta Salad is a vibrant and flavorful dish that brings together the best of Tex-Mex and pasta in one delightful bowl. Perfect for potlucks, BBQs, or family dinners, this salad features seasoned ground beef, colorful vegetables, and a creamy dressing that ties it all together. Topped with crispy crushed Doritos, each bite delivers a satisfying crunch that makes this salad an instant crowd favorite. Whether served as a main course or a side dish, Taco Pasta Salad is easy to prepare and can be customized to suit your taste preferences. Make it ahead of time for added convenience, and enjoy its bold flavors at any gathering!
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 pound rotini pasta
- 1 pound lean ground beef
- 1 packet taco seasoning
- 15 ounces canned black beans
- 8 ounces canned corn
- 2 cups shredded Fiesta blend cheese
- 16 ounces Catalina dressing
- 9 ounces Nacho Cheese Doritos
Instructions
- Cook the rotini in boiling water according to package instructions; drain and rinse with cold water.
- In a skillet, brown the ground beef; drain excess grease and add taco seasoning with water, cooking until liquid evaporates.
- In a large bowl, combine the pasta, seasoned beef, black beans, corn, and cheese; mix well.
- In a small bowl, whisk together Catalina dressing and sour cream until smooth.
- Pour dressing over the pasta mixture; stir well to coat evenly.
- If serving immediately, fold in crushed Doritos and shredded lettuce; garnish with cilantro.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Boiling, Skillet Cooking
- Cuisine: Tex-Mex
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 440
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 850mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 14g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 43g
- Fiber: 6g
- Protein: 22g
- Cholesterol: 50mg