Description
Mexican Spaghetti is a flavorful twist on traditional pasta that combines the comforting warmth of spaghetti with zesty Mexican ingredients. This dish features perfectly cooked spaghetti tossed in a spicy tomato sauce, hearty ground beef or turkey, and vibrant bell peppers, all topped with melted cheddar cheese. Ideal for family dinners or gatherings, this easy-to-make recipe is sure to impress everyone at your table.
Ingredients
Scale
- 8 oz spaghetti
- 1 lb ground beef or turkey
- 1 medium onion, diced
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 14 oz canned diced tomatoes (fire-roasted recommended)
- 1 cup bell peppers, diced (mixed colors)
- 2 tbsp taco seasoning
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
Instructions
- 1. Boil the pasta: In a large pot of salted water, cook spaghetti according to package instructions until al dente. Drain and set aside.
- 2. Sauté aromatics: Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium heat. Add diced onions and minced garlic; sauté for 3-4 minutes until fragrant.
- 3. Brown the meat: Add ground beef or turkey to the skillet and cook for 5-7 minutes until browned. Season with salt and pepper.
- 4. Mix in vegetables: Stir in bell peppers and canned tomatoes; simmer on low for about 5 minutes.
- 5. Add seasoning: Sprinkle taco seasoning over the mixture and stir well for one minute.
- 6. Combine & serve: Fold cooked spaghetti into the skillet until well coated. Serve topped with shredded cheddar cheese.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Mexican
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 plate (approximately 350g)
- Calories: 550
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 850mg
- Fat: 25g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 50g
- Fiber: 5g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 70mg