Description
A warm, creamy pasta salad with lean ground turkey, whole wheat penne, taco seasoning, and fresh toppings for a hearty, satisfying meal in 45 minutes.
Ingredients
8 ounces whole wheat penne pasta
1 teaspoon olive oil
1 pound lean ground turkey
1 medium onion, diced
1 14-ounce can diced tomatoes
3 teaspoons taco seasoning
1 cup light sour cream
1/3 cup shredded light cheddar cheese
1/2 cup quartered cherry tomatoes
1 cup drained canned corn
1 large avocado, pitted and diced
1 small bunch fresh cilantro, chopped
Instructions
Bring a large pot of salted water to a rapid boil.
Cook pasta al dente, 8-10 minutes. Drain.
Heat olive oil in a pan over medium-high heat.
Add ground turkey and cook until browned, 5-7 minutes.
Stir in diced onion; cook until softened.
Add diced tomatoes and taco seasoning. Simmer 5 minutes.
Add cooked pasta to the pan with turkey mixture. Stir to combine.
Mix in sour cream, cheddar cheese, cherry tomatoes, corn, avocado, and cilantro. Toss thoroughly.
Notes
Use Greek yogurt instead of sour cream for a dairy-free option.
Add corn, jalapeños, or lime juice for extra flavor.
Freshly shredded cheese melts best.
- Prep Time: 15
- Cook Time: 30
- Category: Lunch
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Mexican-Inspired