Taco Beef and Pasta

Name: Taco Beef and Pasta recipe
Prep time: 25 min
Cook time: 15 min
Yield: 6 servings
Cuisine: Global
Ingredients: 1 (8 ounce) package rotini pasta; 1 tablespoon olive oil; 1 ½ pounds top round steak, cut into 1/4 inch strips; 1 (1.25 ounce) package taco seasoning mix; 3 cloves crushed garlic; 2 cups chunky salsa; 1 (15 ounce) can black beans, rinsed and drained; ½ cup water; 1 tablespoon chopped fresh cilantro

by Jeanne Laurent 2 years ago

4.4 (9)

15 minutes

425.4 kcal

46.3 g carbs

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Description

This is a low fat and deliciously filling meal with lots of flavor . Serve with crusty bread and a tossed green salad.

Ingredients

1 (8 ounce) package rotini pasta
1 tablespoon olive oil
1 ½ pounds top round steak, cut into 1/4 inch strips
1 (1.25 ounce) package taco seasoning mix
3 cloves crushed garlic
2 cups chunky salsa
1 (15 ounce) can black beans, rinsed and drained
½ cup water
1 tablespoon chopped fresh cilantro

Directions

1. Bring a large pot of lightly salted water to a boil. Add pasta and cook for 8 to 10 minutes or until al dente; drain.
2. In a small bowl roll beef strips in the taco seasoning until coated. In a large skillet over medium heat, warm olive oil. Saute beef and garlic until beef is no longer pink; about 4 minutes. Remove with a slotted spoon and set aside.
3. Mix together in skillet the cooked pasta, black beans, salsa and water; cook for 4 to 5 minutes. Combine with beef in a large bowl and serve sprinkled with cilantro.

Nutrition Facts

serving: 6 servings

calories: 425.4 kcal

carbohydrates: 46.3 g

protein: 32.9 g

saturated fat: 3.4 g

cholesterol: 60.5 mg

sodium: 1197.3 mg

fiber: 6.5 g

sugar: 4.9 g