Taco Beef and Pasta

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

Original recipe makes 6 servings

Ingredients

1 (8 ounce) package rotini pasta
1 tablespoon olive oil
1 1/2 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
1/2 cup water
1 tablespoon chopped fresh cilantro

  • PREP

    25 mins

  • COOK

    15 mins

  • READY IN

    40 mins

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

Calories: 425 kcal
Carbohydrates: 46.3 g
Cholesterol: 61 mg
Fat: 11.5 g
Fiber: 6.5 g
Protein: 32.9 g
Sodium: 1197 mg

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