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Taco Fusion Pasta Salad


  • Author: Dulcia
  • Total Time: 40 minutes
  • Yield: 6-8 servings 1x

Description

Introducing the Taco Fusion Pasta Salad – a lively blend that marries the hearty zest of taco-flavored meat with the crisp texture of fresh vegetables and smooth fusilli pasta. Perfect for social gatherings, potlucks, or as an exciting family meal, this dish offers a burst of flavors and textures that satisfy both taco lovers and pasta enthusiasts alike.


Ingredients

Scale
  • 1 lb taco meat (ground beef cooked with taco seasonings), cooled
  • ½ green bell pepper, finely chopped
  • ½ orange bell pepper, finely chopped
  • 1 tomato, de-seeded and finely chopped
  • 1 cup chopped romaine lettuce
  • ½ cup shredded mild cheddar cheese
  • ½ cup chunky salsa
  • 2 stalks scallions, finely chopped
  • ¼ cup minced cilantro
  • ¼ cup sour cream
  • 1 lb fusilli pasta, cooked and cooled
  • Juice of 1 lime

Instructions

  1. Prepare the Taco Meat: If using leftover taco meat, ensure it is cooled completely. If starting from scratch, brown 1 lb of ground beef, drain the excess oil, and mix in taco seasoning before letting it cool.
  2. Prep the Vegetables and Cheese: In a large bowl, mix the chopped green and orange bell peppers, tomato, romaine lettuce, cheddar cheese, scallions, and cilantro.
  3. Combine with Other Ingredients: Add the cooled taco meat and sour cream to the bowl with the vegetables and cheese.
  4. Cook the Pasta: Boil the fusilli pasta in a large pot of water according to package instructions, then drain and rinse under cold water to cool it down.
  5. Mix Pasta with Other Ingredients: Combine the cooled pasta with the taco meat mixture in the large bowl.
  6. Add the Finishing Touches: Squeeze the juice of one lime over the prepared salad and give everything a thorough mix to blend the flavors.
  • Prep Time: 20 minutes
  • Cook Time: 20 minutes