Taco Pasta
450kcal
Ingredients
For the Pasta
- 8 ounces Rotini pasta or any preferred pasta shape
For the Meat Sauce
- 1 pound Lean ground beef can substitute with turkey or plant-based crumbles
- 15 ounces Crushed tomatoes
- 1 cup Salsa mild or spicy based on preference
- 1 pack Taco seasoning
- 1 teaspoon Cumin
- 1 teaspoon Chili powder adjust to taste
- 1/2 teaspoon Cayenne pepper use less for milder taste
For the Extras
- 1 cup Whole kernel corn
- 15 ounces Black beans drained and rinsed
Method
Cooking Instructions
- Cook the rotini pasta according to package instructions until al dente, usually about 8-10 minutes. Drain well and set aside to allow it to cool slightly.
- Brown the ground beef in a large skillet or saucepan over medium heat until it's no longer pink, approximately 6-8 minutes. Drain any excess fat.
- Combine the crushed tomatoes, salsa, taco seasoning, cumin, chili powder, and cayenne pepper with the browned beef. Stir everything together and allow it to simmer for 5–10 minutes until the sauce thickens.
- Add the corn and black beans, stirring gently for an additional 2–3 minutes until warmed through.
- Toss the cooked pasta into the sauce mixture, making sure every noodle is evenly coated.
- Serve the Taco Pasta hot, and consider topping with shredded cheese, sour cream, or fresh cilantro.
Nutrition
Serving1servingCalories450kcalCarbohydrates50gProtein30gFat15gSaturated Fat5gPolyunsaturated Fat1gMonounsaturated Fat4gCholesterol75mgSodium800mgPotassium700mgFiber10gSugar5gVitamin A500IUVitamin C10mgCalcium50mgIron3mg