Description
Taco Pasta Salad is the ultimate dish for any gathering, combining the classic flavors of tacos with the heartiness of pasta. This vibrant salad is loaded with seasoned beef, fresh vegetables, and creamy dressing, while crunchy Doritos add an unexpected twist that everyone will love. Perfect for potlucks or family dinners, this salad can be made in just 25 minutes and serves up to 16 people. With its customizable ingredients and make-ahead convenience, Taco Pasta Salad is sure to impress your guests and become a staple at your table.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 pound rotini
- 1 pound lean ground beef
- 1 packet taco seasoning
- 15 ounces canned black beans (drained)
- 8 ounces canned corn (drained)
- 2 cups halved cherry tomatoes
- 2 cups shredded Fiesta blend cheese
- 16 ounces Catalina dressing
- 3 tablespoons sour cream
- 9 ounces crushed Nacho Cheese Doritos
Instructions
- Cook rotini according to package directions; drain and rinse with cold water.
- In a skillet, brown ground beef over medium heat, drain grease, and add taco seasoning with water; cook until liquid evaporates.
- In a large mixing bowl, combine cooked rotini, seasoned beef, black beans, corn, cherry tomatoes, and cheese.
- Whisk together Catalina dressing and sour cream; pour over pasta mixture and stir gently to coat.
- If serving immediately, fold in crushed Doritos and lettuce; garnish with cilantro.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Mixing
- Cuisine: Mexican
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 390
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 870mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 11g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 37g
- Fiber: 5g
- Protein: 20g
- Cholesterol: 50mg