Description

Taco Pasta Salad is the ultimate crowd-pleaser, perfect for any gathering from family dinners to lively potlucks. This vibrant dish combines seasoned ground beef, fresh vegetables, and a creamy dressing, creating an irresistible flavor explosion that will have everyone coming back for seconds. The addition of crunchy Doritos adds a delightful texture, making this salad not only delicious but also fun to eat. With its easy preparation and customizable ingredients, Taco Pasta Salad is a must-try recipe that’s sure to impress your guests.

Ingredients

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1 pound rotini
1 pound lean ground beef
1 packet taco seasoning
15 ounces canned black beans (drained and rinsed)
8 ounces canned corn (drained)
2 cups halved cherry tomatoes
16 ounces Catalina dressing
3 tablespoons sour cream
9 ounces Nacho Cheese Doritos (crushed)
2 cups shredded iceberg lettuce
¼ cup chopped cilantro

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Instructions

Cook rotini in boiling water according to package directions; drain and rinse with cold water.
In a skillet, brown ground beef until fully cooked; add taco seasoning and simmer for 5 minutes.
In a large mixing bowl, combine cooked pasta, seasoned beef, black beans, corn, and cherry tomatoes.
Whisk together Catalina dressing and sour cream; pour over the pasta mixture and stir to coat.
Just before serving, fold in crushed Doritos for crunch.

Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 10 minutes
Category: Salad
Method: Mixing
Cuisine: Mexican

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
Calories: 320
Sugar: 4g
Sodium: 560mg
Fat: 18g
Saturated Fat: 6g
Unsaturated Fat: 10g
Trans Fat: 0g
Carbohydrates: 30g
Fiber: 4g
Protein: 12g
Cholesterol: 45mg