Mexican Pasta Recipe

A vibrant and flavorful Mexican pasta salad, perfect as a side dish or light meal! This recipe is a kid-approved twist on traditional Mexican flavors, skipping the rice for a fun pasta alternative. Creamy, cheesy, and subtly spicy, it's sure to become a family favorite. Great alongside Mexican meatballs or as a standalone dish.

Prep Time 10 mins
Cook Time 25 mins
Calories 325.3 kcal
Protein 26g
Rating 3.0 (1 Reviews)
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Recipe adapted from Food.com. Standardized by Forktionary.

Ingredients for Mexican Pasta

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How to Make Mexican Pasta

  1. Cook 1 pound of pasta according to package directions until al dente. Drain well and set aside.
  2. While the pasta cooks, prepare the creamy sauce: In a medium bowl, whisk together 1 (10 ounce) can of diced tomatoes and green chilies (like Rotel), 1/2 cup of milk, and 1 (10.75 ounce) can of condensed cheese soup.
  3. Heat the sauce in a microwave-safe bowl for 1-2 minutes, or until warmed through and slightly thickened. Stir occasionally.
  4. Gently fold the warm sauce into the cooked pasta.
  5. Serve immediately, garnished with 1/4 cup sliced black olives and 1-2 finely chopped jalapeños (optional, adjust to your spice preference).

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

39 g

Sugar

11g

Fat

17g

Carbs

17g