Description

This Healthy Taco Pasta Salad is perfect for quick dinners and meal prep. Packed with fresh ingredients like ground turkey and zesty lime, it’s a flavor-packed dish that is simple to make and incredibly satisfying.

Ingredients

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2.5 cups fusili (uncooked)
1 lb ground turkey (or ground meat of choice)
1.5 tbsp olive oil
1 package low sodium taco seasoning
1 can (540ml) lentils (rinsed and drained)
1 cup corn kernels (canned or frozen and defrosted)
1/4 cup fresh cilantro (chopped)
1 can (540ml) black beans (rinsed and drained)
1 pint cherry tomatoes (sliced)
1 medium red bell pepper (diced)
3 green onions (sliced (both the whites and greens))
3/4 cup plain Greek yogurt (2% works best!)
1/4 cup mayonnaise
2 limes (just the juice)
1.5 tbsp low sugar BBQ sauce
1/2 tsp chili powder
1/2 tsp cumin
1/4 tsp paprika
1/2 tsp salt
1/8 tsp black pepper

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Instructions

In a pan over medium-high heat, warm the olive oil. Add the ground turkey and cook until it’s no longer pink, stirring often. Once cooked, mix in the taco seasoning and lentils, and set aside to cool.
In a large bowl, combine the cooked pasta, cooked ground meat, lentils, and all additional toppings.
For the yogurt dressing, whisk together the Greek yogurt, mayonnaise, lime juice, BBQ sauce, and spices until smooth.
Pour the dressing over the salad and toss everything together to combine.

Notes

For a vegetarian option, substitute ground turkey with more lentils or mixed vegetables.
Customize the toppings based on your preference, such as adding avocado or cheese.
Make the dressing ahead to save time on busy days.

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 serving
Calories: 480
Sugar: 4g
Sodium: 750mg
Fat: 16g
Saturated Fat: 3g
Unsaturated Fat: 7g
Trans Fat: 0g
Carbohydrates: 64g
Fiber: 14g
Protein: 28g
Cholesterol: 80mg