Taco Pasta Salad
- 1 pound ground beef
- 2 tablespoons taco seasoning
- 8 ounces rotini pasta, (cooked al dente according to package instructions)
- 1 medium jalapeño pepper, (seeded, finely diced)
- 1 medium Roma tomato, (finely diced)
- 1 can (15.25 ounces) corn kernels, (drained)
- ½ cup (74.5 g) red bell pepper, (finely diced)
- ½ cup (80 g) yellow onion, (diced)
- 2 cups (226 g) mild cheddar cheese, (shredded)
- 1 cup (272 g) Catalina dressing
- 1 bag (9.25 ounces) Nacho Doritos, (slightly crushed, reserving a few for topping)
- diced iceberg lettuce, (optional for garnish)
- In a large skillet over medium heat, cook ground beef until no longer pink (8-10 minutes).
- Add taco seasoning, stirring to combine. Set the meat aside.
- In a large bowl combine cooked pasta, jalapeño pepper, tomatoes, corn, red bell pepper, onion, cheese, taco meat, and Catalina dressing.
- When ready to serve, add Doritos, tossing to combine.
- Serve garnished with extra Doritos and chopped lettuce (optional).