Pasta Recipes

Doritos Taco Pasta Salad

Loaded with seasoned beef, cheesy rotini, crunchy Doritos, tomatoes, olives, and tangy Catalina dressing — this bold pasta salad disappears fast at parties and BBQs!

Ingredients

  • 1 lb (450 g) rotini pasta
  • 1 lb (450 g) ground beef
  • 1 packet taco seasoning
  • 2 cups shredded cheddar cheese
  • 2 tomatoes, diced
  • 1 can black olives, sliced
  • 1 cup Catalina dressing
  • 1 family-size bag Nacho Cheese Doritos, crushed

Instructions

  1. Cook the rotini pasta according to package instructions until tender.
  2. Drain and rinse with cold water to cool completely.
  3. In a skillet over medium heat, cook the ground beef until browned.
  4. Drain excess grease and stir in taco seasoning according to packet directions.
  5. Let the beef cool completely before mixing into the salad.
  6. In a large bowl, combine:
    • cooled pasta
    • seasoned beef
    • cheddar cheese
    • diced tomatoes
    • sliced black olives
  7. Pour Catalina dressing over the salad and toss until everything is evenly coated.
  8. Right before serving, gently mix in crushed Doritos for the perfect crunchy texture.
  9. Top with extra Doritos and cheese if desired.

Tips

  • Add the Doritos at the last minute so they stay crunchy.
  • Chill the salad before serving for even better flavor.
  • You can add jalapeños, corn, or sour cream for extra taco-style flavor.

Perfect for potlucks, cookouts, game nights, or easy family dinners! 🌮✨

 

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