Description
This healthy Taco Pasta is a delicious, one-pot dinner made with ground turkey, pasta, and classic taco flavors. It’s perfect for a quick weeknight meal and packed with protein and flavor.
Ingredients
- 1 lb ground turkey
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1/2 cup chopped onion
- 1 tablespoon minced garlic
- 1 tablespoon chili powder
- 1 teaspoon cumin
- 1/2 teaspoon paprika
- 1/4 teaspoon pepper
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1 cup tomato sauce
- 1 cup salsa
- 1 cup canned corn, drained
- 1 cup canned black beans, rinsed and drained
- 2 cups water
- 8 oz uncooked pasta (like shells or elbows)
- 1/2 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- Optional toppings: green onions, cilantro, avocado, or Greek yogurt
Instructions
- Heat olive oil in a large pan over medium heat. Add ground turkey and cook until browned, about 5-7 minutes.
- Add chopped onion and garlic. Sauté for 2-3 minutes until fragrant.
- Stir in chili powder, cumin, paprika, salt, and pepper. Mix until the meat is well coated.
- Add tomato sauce, salsa, corn, black beans, and water. Stir to combine.
- Stir in uncooked pasta. Bring the mixture to a boil, then reduce heat to a simmer and cover.
- Cook for 10-12 minutes, stirring occasionally, until pasta is cooked through.
- Remove from heat and stir in shredded cheese until melted.
- Serve hot with your favorite toppings like avocado, cilantro, or Greek yogurt.
Notes
- You can substitute ground turkey with ground chicken or beef.
- Use any pasta shape you prefer.
- Add extra veggies like bell peppers or zucchini for more nutrition.
- Adjust the spice level by using mild or hot salsa.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Mexican-Inspired
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1.5 cups
- Calories: 400
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fiber: 6g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 60mg
