Description
Spaghetti Tacos are a fun and quirky fusion dish combining tender spaghetti pasta tossed in a savory tomato sauce, served in crispy taco shells for a playful twist on classic comfort foods.
Ingredients
Scale
- 8 oz spaghetti pasta
- 1 cup marinara or spaghetti sauce
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- 1/2 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
- 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 6 taco shells
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Optional: chopped fresh basil or parsley for garnish
Instructions
- Cook spaghetti according to package instructions until al dente. Drain and toss with olive oil to prevent sticking.
- Heat marinara sauce in a saucepan over medium heat until warmed through.
- Mix cooked spaghetti with the warm sauce until well coated.
- Warm taco shells according to package directions.
- Spoon the saucy spaghetti into each taco shell.
- Sprinkle mozzarella and Parmesan cheese over the top.
- Optional: garnish with fresh basil or parsley.
- Serve immediately as a fun meal or party snack.
Notes
- Use gluten-free pasta and taco shells for a gluten-free version.
- Add cooked ground beef or meatballs to the spaghetti for a heartier filling.
- Try different sauces like Alfredo or pesto for variety.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 taco
- Calories: 220
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 350mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 32g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 8g
- Cholesterol: 10mg
Keywords: spaghetti tacos, fusion food, fun dinner, kid-friendly recipe, pasta tacos