High Protein Taco Pasta
A flavorful twist combining the joys of tacos and pasta, packed with protein.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 35 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Cooking
- Cuisine: Mexican
- Diet: High Protein
Ingredients
Scale
- 8 oz pasta (whole wheat or protein-enriched recommended)
- 1 lb ground turkey or chicken (or lentils for vegetarian)
- 1 packet taco seasoning
- 1 cup black beans (rinsed and drained)
- 1 cup corn (frozen, canned, or fresh)
- 2 cups diced tomatoes (fresh or canned)
- 1 cup shredded cheese (cheddar or Mexican blend)
- 1 cup chicken or vegetable broth
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Chopped cilantro (optional for garnish)
Instructions
- Boil the pasta in salted water according to package instructions until al dente.
- Cook the meat in a skillet with olive oil until browned.
- Sprinkle in taco seasoning and cook for an additional 1-2 minutes.
- Add black beans, corn, diced tomatoes, and broth to the skillet, stirring together.
- Combine the cooked pasta with the mixture, adding reserved pasta water as needed.
- Sprinkle shredded cheese on top, cover, and let melt.
Notes
This dish is versatile and can be customized with ingredient swaps or additions like cream cheese for a creamy version.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fiber: 10g
- Protein: 35g
- Cholesterol: 70mg
Keywords: pasta, taco, high protein, comfort food, quick recipe