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Doritos Crazy Taco Pasta Salad served in a bowl with fresh ingredients

Doritos Crazy Taco Pasta Salad

A fun and tasty dish that combines taco flavors with pasta salad, topped with crunchy Doritos.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 6 servings
Course: Salad, Side Dish
Cuisine: American, Tex-Mex
Calories: 400
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Main ingredients
  • 1/2 pound lean ground beef Can substitute with ground turkey or chicken for a lighter option.
  • 1/2 pound rotini pasta Can use any short pasta like penne or fusilli.
  • 2 tablespoons taco seasoning Follow package instructions.
  • 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
  • 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese Can substitute with Monterey Jack cheese.
  • 1 cup lettuce, chopped Additional veggies like bell peppers or corn can be added.
  • 1/2 cup Doritos, crushed Add just before serving for best texture.
  • 1/2 cup sour cream
  • 1/4 cup salsa

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Cook the rotini pasta according to package instructions; drain and set aside.
  2. In a skillet, brown the ground beef over medium heat and drain any excess fat.
  3. Add taco seasoning and follow package instructions.
  4. In a large bowl, combine cooked pasta, seasoned beef, cherry tomatoes, cheddar cheese, and lettuce.
  5. In a separate bowl, mix together sour cream and salsa.
  6. Pour the dressing over the pasta salad and toss to combine.
  7. Top with crushed Doritos just before serving.

Notes

Store any leftover pasta salad in an airtight container in the refrigerator for 2 to 3 days. For best texture, add crushed Doritos fresh each time you serve it.