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Taco Pasta Salad

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This taco pasta salad feeds a crowd and is always a hit! Loaded with seasoned beef, crisp veggies, cheese, and topped with a creamy, sweet, tangy dressing. Crushed Doritos throughout are the real crowd pleaser!

  • Total Time: 25 minutes
  • Yield: 16 servings

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
  • 1 small onion, diced
  • 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
  • 1/4 cup chopped cilantro

Instructions

  1. Bring a large pot of water to a boil and cook rotini according to package directions. Drain and rinse with cold water.
  2. While pasta cooks, brown ground beef over medium heat, crumbling it. Drain grease, add taco seasoning and 1/4 cup water. Cook 5 minutes until liquid evaporates.
  3. Add cooked pasta, seasoned beef, beans, corn, onion, tomatoes, and cheese to a large bowl. Stir to combine.
  4. Whisk Catalina dressing and sour cream in a small bowl. Pour over pasta mixture and stir to coat.
  5. If serving immediately, fold in Doritos, lettuce, and garnish with cilantro. If making ahead, refrigerate and add Doritos, lettuce, and cilantro just before serving.

Notes

  • Adding Doritos and lettuce right before serving keeps them from getting soggy.
  • This recipe makes a large amount; adjust proportions if needed.
  • Author: lily
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 10 minutes
  • Category: Side Dish
  • Method: Boiling, Sautéing
  • Cuisine: Mexican