In a large sauté pan, heat oil over medium-high heat. Add onion, jalapeño, and Italian seasoning; sauté for 2-4 minutes. Add ground beef or meat alternative. Cook until an internal temperature of 165 degrees or desired doneness.
Recipe
Author
Hy-Vee Test Kitchen
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Description
Budget-friendly AND health-focused entrees can feel tricky to accomplish when feeding your family. This easy Tex-Mex Pasta is a one-pan meal that brings in easy, healthy switches to feel good about. Quality ingredients such as whole wheat pasta, lower-sodium ingredients, and fiber! Did we check all the boxes for your next week-night dinner!?
Servings and Ingredients
Ingredients
Serves 6
| Quantity | Ingredient | Add |
|---|---|---|
| 2 tbsp. Gustare Vita extra-virgin olive oil | ||
| 1 c. yellow onion, diced | ||
| 1 jalapeno, seeded, finely diced | ||
| 1 ½ tsp. That's Smart! Italian seasoning | ||
| 1 lbs. 93% lean ground beef, or ground turkey, if desired | ||
| 2 c. Hy-Vee whole wheat rotini pasta, or Hy-Vee Omega-3 rotini pasta, if desired | ||
| 1 (16 oz.) jar Hy-Vee medium chunky salsa | ||
| 1 (14.5 oz.) can Hy-Vee 33% less sodium chicken broth | ||
| 1 (14.5 oz.) can That’s Smart! diced tomatoes | ||
| 2 tbsp. That’s Smart! tomato paste | ||
| 2 c. That’s Smart! frozen golden corn | ||
| 1 (15 oz.) can Hy-Vee no salt added black beans, drained and rinsed | ||
| Cherry tomatoes, halved, for serving, if desired | ||
| Hy-Vee finely shredded Colby Jack Cheese, for serving, if desired | ||
| Avocado, diced, for serving, if desired | ||
| Fresh cilantro, finely chopped, for serving, if desired |
Things To Grab
- Large sauté pan
Directions
Add pasta, salsa, chicken broth, canned tomatoes, tomato paste, corn, and beans. Stir, cover, and bring to a boil. Reduce heat to a simmer for 18-20 minutes or until pasta is tender.
Top with tomatoes, cheese, avocado, and/or cilantro, if desired.
Nutrition facts
Servings
400 Calories per serving
Amounts Per Serving
- Total Fat: 12g
- Cholesterol: 50mg
- Sodium: 880mg
- Total Carbohydrates: 49g
- Protein: 26g
Daily Values
0%
Iron 20%
0%
Calcium 4%
0%
Vitamin D 0%
0%
Potassium 25%
Recipe Source:
Hy-Vee Dietitians