Taco Pasta Salad
Ingredients
- 2 ½ cfusili
uncooked
- 1 lbground turkey)
(or ground meat of choice
- 1 ½ tbspolive oil
- 1 packagelow sodium taco seasoning
*see note below for homemad version
- 1 canlentils
rinsed and drained
- 1 ccorn kernels)
(canned or frozen and defrosted
- ¼ cfresh cilantro
chopped
- 1 canblack beans
rinsed and drained
- 1 pintcherry tomatoes
sliced
- 1 mediumred bell pepper
diced
- 3green onions)
sliced (both the whites and greens
- ¾ cplain greek yogurt
2% works best!
- ¼ cmayonnaise
- 2limes
just the juice
- 1 ½ tbsplow sugar bbq sauce
stubb's is my favourite
- ½ tspchili powder
- ½ tspcumin
- ¼ tsppaprika
- ½ tspsalt
- ⅛ tspblack pepper
Directions
- 1
To a pan over medium-high heat add olive oil. Once oil is hot, add the ground turkey. Cook, stirring frequently until no longer pink in colour. Once cooked through season with taco seasoning and stir in lentils. Set aside to cool.
- 2
To a large bowl add cooked pasta. Then layer with cooked ground meat/ lentils and all additional toppings.
- 3
Make the yogurt dressing by whisking together yogurt, mayonnaise, lime juice, BBQ sauce and spices until smooth and creamy
- 4
Drizzle dressing over the salad. Toss to combine.
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About this Recipe
Looking for a hearty, flavorful lunch that makes meal prep a breeze? This Taco Pasta Salad brings together all the zesty, satisfying flavors of your favorite tacos in one convenient bowl, perfect for busy weeknights and delicious leftovers.What makes this taco pasta salad stand out is its balance of satisfying protein and fresh vegetables, all coated in a creamy, tangy yogurt dressing. The combination of seasoned ground turkey, lentils, and black beans ensures a truly filling meal, while the vibrant produce adds essential crunch and freshness.You'll discover a delightful medley of textures in every bite, from the tender fusilli pasta and savory ground turkey to the crisp bell peppers and sweet corn kernels. The homemade dressing, with its blend of plain Greek yogurt, fresh lime juice, and a kick from chili powder and cumin, provides a bright, zesty counterpoint to the taco meat. This is a robust salad that tastes even better as the flavors meld, making it an ideal choice for grab-and-go lunches throughout the week, offering a generous 615 calories per serving.## Customization & VariationsFeel free to customize this salad to your liking. Swap the ground turkey for your ground meat of choice, or enhance the vegetarian elements by adding extra black beans or pinto beans. If you don't have fresh cilantro, a sprinkle of fresh parsley can add a similar herbaceous note, or omit it if you're not a fan. You can also experiment with different bell pepper colors or add a diced avocado just before serving for extra creaminess.This Taco Pasta Salad is an excellent choice for potlucks, family gatherings, or simply as a cornerstone of your weekly meal prep strategy. Serve it chilled, perhaps with a side of crunchy tortilla chips for extra texture.