Mexican Spaghetti Recipe
Get ready to savor the vibrant flavors of this Mexican Spaghetti, where traditional ingredients unite with a fun twist. This dish features perfectly cooked spaghetti tossed with seasoned ground meat, colorful bell peppers, and aromatic spices, creating a fiesta of taste that’s sure to impress. Perfect for family dinners or festive gatherings, this recipe invites everyone to dig in and enjoy!
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Total Time: 40 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4
- Category: Main
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Mexican
Ingredients
Scale
- 8 oz spaghetti
- 1 lb ground beef or turkey
- 1 can (14.5 oz) diced tomatoes
- 1 medium onion, chopped
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 tbsp taco seasoning
- 1 cup bell peppers, diced (mixed colors)
- 1 cup shredded cheddar or cotija cheese
- ¼ cup fresh cilantro, chopped
- 2 tbsp olive oil
Instructions
- 1. Cook the Pasta: Boil a large pot of salted water and 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 chopped onion and minced garlic; sauté until fragrant and translucent.
- 3. Add Meat and Spices: Stir in the ground beef (or turkey) and cook until browned. Mix in taco seasoning for flavor.
- 4. Add Tomatoes and Peppers: Incorporate canned tomatoes and diced bell peppers into the skillet. Simmer for about 10 minutes to meld flavors.
- 5. Combine with Pasta: Gently fold the cooked spaghetti into the sauce mixture until well coated. Warm through for an additional 3-5 minutes.
- 6. Serve: Plate your dish, topping it with fresh cilantro and shredded cheese before serving.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 plate (about 300g)
- Calories: 420
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 25g
- Cholesterol: 70mg