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Taco Pasta Salad

A bold and creamy fusion salad combining seasoned taco beef, pasta, fresh vegetables, and a zesty dressing for the ultimate crowd-pleasing dish.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 35 minutes
Servings: 6 people
Course: Dinner, Lunch, Salad
Cuisine: Fusion, Mexican-American
Calories: 420
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Salad Base
  • 12 oz rotini pasta
  • 1 lb ground beef or turkey
  • 1 packet taco seasoning
  • 1 cup cherry tomatoes halved
  • 1 cup corn drained
  • 1 cup black beans rinsed
  • 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
Dressing
  • 0.5 cup sour cream
  • 0.5 cup mayonnaise
  • 2 tbsp lime juice
  • 1 tbsp taco seasoning
  • 1 tsp garlic powder

Equipment

  • Mixing bowls
  • Large pot
  • Skillet
  • Strainer

Method
 

  1. Cook pasta according to package directions. Drain and cool.
  2. Brown ground beef in a skillet and season with taco seasoning.
  3. Mix pasta, beef, tomatoes, corn, beans, and cheese in a large bowl.
  4. Whisk dressing ingredients until smooth and creamy.
  5. Combine dressing with salad and toss well.
  6. Chill before serving for best flavor.

Notes

Best served chilled. Add tortilla chips just before serving for crunch.