Description
A quick and easy protein-packed meal combining pasta with ground turkey or beef and zesty taco flavor.
Ingredients
Scale
- 8 oz pasta (any type)
- 1 lb ground turkey or beef
- 1 packet taco seasoning
- 1 can black beans, drained and rinsed
- 1 cup corn (frozen or canned)
- 1 cup diced tomatoes
- 1 cup shredded cheese (cheddar or Mexican blend)
- 1/2 cup plain Greek yogurt or sour cream
- 1 cup water
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Chopped cilantro for garnish (optional)
Instructions
- Cook the meat: Start by heating a large skillet over medium heat. Add the ground turkey or beef and cook until browned. Make sure to drain any excess fat after cooking.
- Add flavors: Sprinkle the taco seasoning into the skillet along with the black beans, corn, diced tomatoes, and water. Stir well and bring to a boil.
- Mix in the pasta: Once boiling, add the pasta to the skillet. Reduce the heat and let it simmer for about 10-12 minutes, stirring occasionally until the pasta is tender.
- Create creaminess: After the pasta is cooked, remove the skillet from heat. Stir in the shredded cheese and Greek yogurt (or sour cream) until everything is melted and creamy.
- Season and serve: Finally, season with salt and pepper to taste. If desired, garnish with chopped cilantro before serving warm.
Notes
For a vegetarian version, substitute the ground turkey or beef with lentils or a plant-based meat alternative.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Mexican
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 58g
- Fiber: 8g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 70mg