Description
Discover the ultimate Taco Pasta Salad, a vibrant mix of al dente pasta, smoky smoked beef, crisp corn, juicy cherry tomatoes, black beans, bell pepper, and shredded cheese, all tossed in a tangy grape juice dressing seasoned with classic taco spices. This easy, crowd‑pleasing salad stays fresh chilled, making it perfect for picnics, potlucks, or quick weeknight meals. Ready in minutes, it delivers bold Mexican flavor in a comforting pasta base. Serve chilled for a tasty, refreshing bite now!!!!
Ingredients
Scale
- 8 ounces pasta of your choice
- 1 cup cooked smoked beef, chopped
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
- 1 cup corn, drained
- 1 cup black beans, rinsed and drained
- 1 cup shredded cheese
- 1/2 cup diced bell pepper
- 1/4 cup chopped green onions
- 1/4 cup taco seasoning
- 1/2 cup grape juice
- 1/4 cup vegetable oil
- Salt to taste
Instructions
- Cook pasta until al dente, drain and rinse under cold water.
- In a large bowl combine pasta, smoked beef, tomatoes, corn, black beans, cheese, bell pepper, and green onions.
- Whisk together taco seasoning, grape juice, vegetable oil, and salt.
- Pour dressing over salad and toss to coat.
- Chill for at least 30 minutes before serving.
Notes
- For extra heat, add sliced jalapeños to the salad. The dish can be made a day ahead
- keep dressing separate until just before serving.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Boiling
- Cuisine: Mexican
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 300mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 38g
- Fiber: 5g
- Protein: 12g
- Cholesterol: 15mg
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