Easy Taco Pasta Salad

4.84 from 6 votes

Seasoned with taco seasonings this Easy Taco Pasta Salad is the perfect summertime side dish. It's filled with green onions, bell peppers, corn, Mexican shredded cheese, and completely delicious!

Prep Time15

Cook Time15

chilling time2

Total Time30

Course: Side Dish

Cuisine: American, Pasta, Tex-Mex

Keyword: Easy Taco Pasta Salad, pasta salad

Servings: servings

Author: Jennie Duncan

Ingredients

10 oz Rotini
1 cup Mayonnaise
1/2 cup Sour cream
1 tablespoon Taco seasoning
1/2 tablespoon Ranch seasoning (dry)
1/2 cup Green onions (diced)
1 cup Red bell pepper (diced)
1 can Corn (15.25 oz and drained)
1 1/2 cups Mexican blend cheese (shredded)

Instructions

Cook pasta according to directions. Drain and rinse with cold water then set aside.
In a large mixing bowl add mayo and sour cream. Add taco and ranch seasoning and mix until well combined. Add pasta to this and toss until all pasta is coated.
Add green onions, bell pepper, corn, and cheese. Toss again to mix and then allow to chill in the fridge for 1-2 hours before serving.

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Notes

Tip: Use a pasta that is shapely! Rotini, penne, farfalle are great choices! You want the dressings and flavors to get into the pasta for the best taste!

Cooking Tip:

When serving you want your pasta to be cooled. I drain mine and leave it in the colander then run cold water over the pasta to cool quickly.

Typically you do not want to rinse your pasta, or the sauce will not be absorbed in it. The only time it is acceptable to rinse pasta is when you are using it for a cold dish, such as pasta salad. Once cooked you can add it to the rest of your salad.

Can I make this Pasta Salad ahead of time?

Normally yes, you can make almost any pasta salad ahead of time. With this one, you still can get most of it done in advance. Go ahead and cook your pasta. Mix that up with the other ingredients and the mayo/sour cream. Store in the refrigerator. It should last roughly 2-4 days in the refrigerator.

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