Get the Recipe:Gluten Free Taco Pasta Salad (Paleo)
This easy Gluten Free Taco Pasta Salad is the ultimate healthy side dish or appetizer! It is creamy, hearty, a little spicy, and so delicious. This pasta salad has Mexican flavors and is unique! Great for entertaining and hosting.
First, cook pasta to al dente. Add a drop of olive oil to the pot of water to keep pasta from getting too firm. Drain pasta and rinse under cold water. Set aside.
While pasta is cooking, in a skillet over medium heat, add ground beef, all of the spices, olive oil and onion.
Break up beef with a spatula. Cook until beef is browned and onion is soft. Remove from heat.
In a large bowl, add cooked pasta, ground beef mixture, chopped peppers and tomatoes.
Then, make sauce. Blend together mayonnaise and salsa. Add a little water if needed to make sauce thinner.
Pour sauce over pasta in mixing bowl. Toss to combine.
Serve immediately for a warm pasta salad or place in fridge to cool for an hour before serving.