Taco Pasta Salad
A vibrant and flavorful Taco Pasta Salad, perfect for a light lunch or a summer picnic. This recipe combines cooked pasta with seasoned ground beef, black beans, corn, and a zesty taco dressing.
Prep
: 10
Total
: 25 minutes
Ingredients
Main Ingredients
- 1 lb Ground Beef 80/20 blend recommended
- 1 cup Uncooked Elbow Macaroni
- 1 can Black Beans drained and rinsed
- 1 cup Frozen Corn thawed
- 1 cup Shredded Cheddar Cheese
- 0.5 cup Taco Seasoning
- 0.25 cup Sour Cream
Instructions
Preparation Steps
- Cook the macaroni according to package directions. Drain and set aside.
- Brown the ground beef in a large skillet over medium heat. Drain off any excess fat.
- Stir in the taco seasoning and cook for 1 minute more.
- In a large bowl, combine the cooked macaroni, ground beef, black beans, corn, and cheddar cheese.
- Add the sour cream and stir gently to combine.
- Serve immediately or chill for later.
Notes
For a spicier salad, add a pinch of red pepper flakes. You can also add other vegetables, such as diced tomatoes or bell peppers.