Taco Pasta
Taco pasta is a delicious fusion that brings the vibrant flavors of tacos into the comforting world of pasta. This easy-to-make dish features tender pasta coated in a savory taco sauce, combined with seasoned meat and topped with melted cheese. Perfect for busy weeknights, it’s customizable, colorful, and will turn any dinner into a fiesta!
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4
- Category: Main
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Mexican
Ingredients
Scale
- 12 ounces short pasta (penne or rotini)
- 1 pound ground beef or turkey
- 2 tablespoons taco seasoning
- 14 ounces diced tomatoes (with juice)
- 2 cups shredded cheddar cheese
- ½ cup sour cream (for serving)
- ¼ cup chopped green onions (for garnish)
Instructions
- 1. Cook the Pasta: Boil salted water in a large pot. Add pasta and cook until al dente according to package instructions. Drain and set aside.
- 2. Brown the Meat: In a skillet over medium-high heat, cook ground beef or turkey until browned (6-8 minutes). Drain excess fat if needed.
- 3. Add Flavor: Stir in taco seasoning and diced tomatoes with juice. Mix well.
- 4. Combine: Add cooked pasta to the skillet and toss to coat with the sauce.
- 5. Cheese It Up: Sprinkle shredded cheddar over the mixture, cover, and let melt for about two minutes.
- 6. Serve: Dish out portions, topping with sour cream and green onions.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 490
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 26g
- Saturated Fat: 12g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 37g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 90mg