How to Make Taco Pasta Salad with French Dressing - A Step-by-Step Guide

Who doesn't love tacos and pasta salad? With this delicious recipe, you can enjoy the best of both worlds in one mouthwatering dish - Taco Pasta Salad with French Dressing! This recipe combines the savory flavors of taco seasoning, fresh vegetables, and hearty pasta with the tangy and sweet taste of French dressing. It's the perfect dish for a quick weeknight dinner, a potluck, or a summertime barbecue. Whether you're a taco lover, a pasta salad enthusiast, or just someone who appreciates a t...

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Ingredients

  • 1 pound lean ground beef
  • 1 (1 ounce) packet taco seasoning mix
  • 1 (16 ounce) package uncooked tri-color rotini pasta
  • 1 (16 ounce) bottle French salad dressing
  • 1 (14 ounce) can black beans, drained and rinsed
  • 1 (8 ounce) package shredded sharp Cheddar cheese
  • 6 cups shredded lettuce
  • 1 cup chopped tomato
  • 1 cup sliced green onions
  • 1 (8 ounce) package nacho cheese-flavored corn chips (such as Doritos®), crushed

Information

  • Prep Time: 15 mins
  • Cook Time: 20 mins
  • Additional Time: 10 mins
  • Total Time: 45 mins
  • Servings: 12
  • Yield: 12 servings

  • Heat a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add beef and taco seasoning; saute until beef is browned and crumbly, 5 to 7 minutes. Let cool.
  • Meanwhile, bring a large pot of lightly salted water to a boil; cook rotini at a boil until tender yet firm to the bite, about 8 minutes. Drain and let cool, about 10 minutes.
  • Combine cooled beef and rotini with French dressing, black beans, and Cheddar cheese. Mix well and chill until ready to serve.
  • Fold in lettuce, tomato, and green onions. Sprinkle crushed chips on top or serve on the side.
  • Nutrition

    523 cal.

    • Total Fat: 34g
    • Saturated Fat: 9g
    • Cholesterol: 42mg
    • Sodium: 881mg
    • Total Carbohydrate: 39g
    • Dietary Fiber: 4g
    • Total Sugars: 8g
    • Protein: 18g
    • Vitamin C: 5mg
    • Calcium: 189mg
    • Iron: 3mg
    • Potassium: 325mg