Delicious Taco Pasta Salad Recipe for Flavorful Gatherings
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Author:souzanfood
Total Time:30 minutes
Yield:6 servings 1x
Description
Savor a quick Taco Pasta Salad that’s perfect for gatherings. A tasty mix of pasta, taco flavors, and fresh ingredients awaits you!
Ingredients
Scale
8 ounces of pasta
1 pound of ground beef (or turkey)
1 packet of taco seasoning
1 can of black beans (drained and rinsed)
1 cup of cherry tomatoes (halved)
1 cup of frozen corn (thawed)
1 red bell pepper (chopped)
1 cup of shredded cheese (cheddar or Mexican blend)
1/2 cup of ranch dressing
Juice of 1 lime
Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
Cook the pasta: Begin by boiling water in a large pot, then add your pasta. Follow the package instructions until al dente. Drain and rinse briefly with cold water to cool it down.
Prepare the meat: While the pasta cooks, brown the ground beef (or turkey) in a large skillet over medium heat, ensuring it gets nice and crispy. Drain any fat, and stir in the taco seasoning with a splash of water. Let it simmer until fragrant.
Mix it all: In a large bowl, combine the cooled pasta, your seasoned meat, black beans, tomatoes, corn, bell pepper, and shredded cheese. Stir gently until everything’s nicely mixed.
Add the dressing: Drizzle the ranch dressing and lime juice over the top. Toss until everything is evenly coated. Adjust seasoning as needed.
Chill: Let it sit in the fridge for about 30 minutes, allowing the flavors to meld beautifully.
Notes
A vibrant and delicious Taco Pasta Salad that combines the flavors of Mexican cuisine with the ease of a pasta dish, perfect for family gatherings and casual dinners.
