Taco Pasta Salad: 7 Must-Try Twists on the Classic Dish
This Taco Pasta Salad is a vibrant and flavorful dish, perfect for potlucks, picnics, or a quick weeknight meal. It combines pasta, taco-seasoned ground beef, cheese, and your favorite taco toppings in a creamy dressing for a delicious twist on traditional tacos.
Prep
: 10
Total
: 25 minutes
Ingredients
Main Ingredients
- 1 lb Ground Beef Lean ground beef recommended
- 1 oz Taco Seasoning Store-bought or homemade
- 16 oz Pasta Rotini or elbow macaroni
- 1 cup Mayonnaise
- 0.5 cup Sour Cream
- 1 cup Shredded Cheddar Cheese
- 0.5 cup Diced Tomatoes
- 0.25 cup Sliced Black Olives
- 0.25 cup Chopped Green Onions
Instructions
Preparation Steps
- Cook ground beef in a large skillet over medium heat until browned. Drain off any excess grease. Stir in taco seasoning and 0.25 cup water. Simmer for 5 minutes.
- Cook pasta according to package directions. Drain and rinse with cold water. Set aside.
- In a large bowl, combine mayonnaise, sour cream, shredded cheddar cheese, diced tomatoes, sliced black olives, and chopped green onions.
- Add the cooked ground beef and pasta to the bowl and mix well to combine.
- Cover and chill in the refrigerator for at least 30 minutes before serving.
Notes
Optional: Top with crushed tortilla chips or a dollop of guacamole before serving.