Description
Taco Pasta Salad is a vibrant and flavorful dish that seamlessly combines the classic tastes of tacos with the comfort of pasta. This easy-to-make recipe is perfect for gatherings like family barbecues, potlucks, or even Taco Tuesdays. With seasoned ground beef, fresh veggies, creamy dressing, and a satisfying crunch from Doritos, this salad is sure to please a crowd. Ready in just 25 minutes, it’s not only delicious but also versatile—enjoy it as a side or main course. Prepare it in advance for stress-free entertaining by simply adding toppings before serving. Indulge your guests with this delightful Taco Pasta Salad that brings joy in every bite!
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 pound rotini
- 1 pound lean ground beef
- 1 packet taco seasoning
- 15 ounces black beans (drained and rinsed)
- 8 ounces corn (drained)
- 2 cups shredded Fiesta blend cheese
- 16 ounces Catalina dressing
- 9 ounces Nacho Cheese Doritos (crushed)
- 2 cups shredded iceberg lettuce
Instructions
- Cook rotini in a large pot of boiling water according to package instructions; drain and rinse with cold water.
- Brown ground beef in a skillet over medium heat; drain excess grease and mix in taco seasoning with water.
- In a large mixing bowl, combine cooked pasta, seasoned beef, black beans, corn, cheese, onion, and tomatoes.
- Whisk together Catalina dressing and sour cream; pour over the pasta mixture and stir gently to coat.
- If serving immediately, fold in crushed Doritos and lettuce; garnish with cilantro.
- For make-ahead: cover and refrigerate until ready to serve; add toppings just before serving.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Meal
- Method: Mixing
- Cuisine: Mexican
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (250g)
- Calories: 360
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 9g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 18g
- Cholesterol: 50mg