Description

This Healthy Taco Pasta Salad brings together the irresistible flavors of taco seasoning, fresh veggies, and hearty lentils. Perfect for quick meals or meal prep, it’s delicious, nutritious, and easy to make!

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 (Stubb's is my favourite)
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 until no longer pink, stirring frequently. Once cooked, mix in taco seasoning and lentils, and set aside to cool.
In a large bowl, combine cooked pasta with the ground turkey mixture and all the additional toppings.
Prepare the yogurt dressing by whisking together Greek yogurt, mayonnaise, lime juice, BBQ sauce, and spices until smooth and creamy.
Drizzle dressing over the salad and toss to combine.

Notes

This salad is great for meal prep; you can make it ahead and store it in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
Feel free to swap out the ground turkey for your favorite protein or a vegetarian option.
Adjust seasoning according to your taste; adding more lime juice can enhance the flavor.

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 serving
Calories: 450
Sugar: 4g
Sodium: 600mg
Fat: 18g
Saturated Fat: 5g
Unsaturated Fat: 9g
Trans Fat: 0g
Carbohydrates: 45g
Fiber: 14g
Protein: 30g
Cholesterol: 80mg