Description

This Healthy Taco Pasta Salad combines irresistible flavors with simple preparation, featuring ground turkey, beans, and fresh veggies. It’s perfect for quick dinners and meal prep, offering a healthy and tasty option for any day.

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)
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

Heat olive oil in a pan over medium-high heat. Add ground turkey and cook, stirring frequently until no longer pink. Mix in taco seasoning and lentils, then set aside to cool.
In a large bowl, combine cooked pasta with the ground meat mixture and all additional toppings.
In a separate bowl, whisk together yogurt, mayonnaise, lime juice, BBQ sauce, and spices until smooth and creamy to create the dressing.
Drizzle the dressing over the salad and toss everything together to combine.

Notes

Feel free to use chicken or beef instead of turkey.
This salad can be stored in the refrigerator for up to 3 days for meal prep.
Experiment with your favorite toppings like avocado or jalapeños.

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 serving
Calories: 400
Sugar: 4g
Sodium: 800mg
Fat: 18g
Saturated Fat: 5g
Unsaturated Fat: 9g
Trans Fat: 0g
Carbohydrates: 40g
Fiber: 12g
Protein: 22g
Cholesterol: 80mg