Description
Mexican spaghetti is a delightful fusion of flavors that transforms traditional pasta into a vibrant, crowd-pleasing dish. With its combination of seasoned ground meat, colorful vegetables, and zesty spices, this easy recipe is perfect for weeknight dinners or festive gatherings. Whether served with a dollop of sour cream or a sprinkle of cheese, every bite promises an explosion of taste that will leave everyone asking for seconds.
Ingredients
Scale
- 8 oz spaghetti pasta
- 1 lb ground beef or turkey
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 1 medium onion, chopped
- 3 garlic cloves, minced
- 1 cup bell peppers, chopped (mix of colors)
- 14.5 oz canned diced tomatoes with green chilies
- 1 tsp chili powder
- 1 tsp cumin
- ½ cup sour cream (for topping)
- ½ cup shredded cheese (for topping)
Instructions
- Boil salted water in a large pot and cook spaghetti until al dente. Drain and set aside.
- In a skillet over medium heat, heat olive oil. Sauté onions and garlic until fragrant (about 3-4 minutes).
- Add ground meat to the skillet, cooking until browned (5-7 minutes).
- Stir in bell peppers, canned tomatoes, chili powder, and cumin. Simmer for about 5 minutes.
- Toss cooked spaghetti with the sauce mixture until well-coated.
- Serve topped with sour cream and cheese.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Skillet
- Cuisine: Mexican
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 plate (approx. 350g)
- Calories: 520
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 680mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 55g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 28g
- Cholesterol: 75mg