Description

Taco Pasta Salad is the perfect dish for any gathering, blending savory flavors and vibrant textures that are sure to impress your guests. This easy-to-make salad combines seasoned ground beef, colorful fresh veggies, and a creamy dressing, topped off with crunchy crushed Doritos for that irresistible twist. Ideal for potlucks, BBQs, or Taco Tuesdays, this crowd-pleaser can be served as a main dish or a hearty side. Plus, it’s make-ahead friendly—just add the toppings just before serving to maintain that delightful crunch!

Ingredients

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1 pound rotini pasta
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
2 cups shredded Fiesta blend cheese
16 ounces Catalina dressing
3 tablespoons sour cream
9 ounces Nacho Cheese Doritos (crushed)
2 cups shredded iceberg lettuce

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Instructions

Cook rotini in boiling water until al dente. Drain and rinse with cold water.
In a skillet, brown the ground beef and drain excess grease. Stir in taco seasoning and water; cook until liquid evaporates.
In a mixing bowl, combine the cooked pasta, seasoned beef, beans, corn, tomatoes, and cheese.
Whisk together Catalina dressing and sour cream; pour over the salad mixture and mix gently.
Fold in crushed Doritos and lettuce if serving immediately; otherwise, chill before adding these toppings.

Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 15 minutes
Category: Main
Method: Mixing
Cuisine: Mexican

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 serving
Calories: 410
Sugar: 4g
Sodium: 860mg
Fat: 20g
Saturated Fat: 7g
Unsaturated Fat: 11g
Trans Fat: 0g
Carbohydrates: 40g
Fiber: 6g
Protein: 22g
Cholesterol: 50mg