Ingredients
Equipment
Method
Step-by-Step Instructions for Quick Taco Pasta Salad
- Prep the Vegetables: Dice green pepper, chop yellow onion, halve grape tomatoes, slice black olives, and shred iceberg lettuce.
- Cook the Pasta: Boil salted water, add rotini, cook 8-10 minutes until al dente, drain, and cool.
- Brown the Beef: In a skillet, cook ground beef until browned, stir in taco seasoning and a splash of water, simmer for 2-3 minutes.
- Combine Ingredients: In a large bowl, mix cooked rotini, browned beef, diced vegetables, cheese, and olives.
- Dress the Salad: Pour French dressing over and toss until evenly coated.
- Add Crunch Before Serving: Crush Doritos and sprinkle over just before serving.
Nutrition
Notes
This salad is perfect for potlucks and can be customized with different proteins and dressings.
