Taco Pasta Salad
This delicious summertime salad is loaded with seasoned meat, taco toppings and cheese. Serve this easy side dish with your favorite BBQ recipes.
Servings 8
Calories 479kcal
Ingredients
- 6 cups rotini pasta cooked
- 1 lb ground beef
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- 1 cup +3 tbsp salsa divided
- ¼ cup + 1 tbsp extra virgin olive oil divided
- ½ tbsp cumin
- 1 tsp chili powder
- 1 tsp oregano
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes cut in half
- 1 red pepper diced
- 3 green onions sliced
- 1 ½ cups cheddar cheese shredded
- ½ cup cilantro chopped
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- In a medium skillet over medium-high heat, add 1 tablespoon of extra virgin olive oil. Once the skillet is hot, add ground beef, garlic powder and 3 tablespoons of salsa. Cook until the meat is browned (about 8 to 10 minutes). Drain the excess grease. Set aside.
- Add the cooked pasta to a large salad bowl. Add the beef mixture, tomatoes, red pepper, green onion, cilantro and cheddar cheese. Mix to combine.
- Add ¼ cup olive oil, 1 cup salsa, cumin, chili powder, oregano, salt and pepper. Stir until everything is combined. Chill in the fridge until ready to serve. Serve cold.
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Nutrition
Calories: 479kcal | Carbohydrates: 39g | Protein: 22g | Fat: 26g | Saturated Fat: 10g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 2g | Monounsaturated Fat: 12g | Trans Fat: 1g | Cholesterol: 61mg | Sodium: 401mg | Potassium: 462mg | Fiber: 3g | Sugar: 4g | Vitamin A: 1121IU | Vitamin C: 25mg | Calcium: 194mg | Iron: 3mg
