MEXICAN PASTA SALAD
This is a quick, easy, and refreshing dinner that I think is pretty healthy (contains veggies and fiber and can be made pretty low in fat). Although I did get the original recipe from the Moosewood Low Fat Favorites cookbook, I have altered this recipe through the years to meet our tastes. The best thing about this recipe is it can be altered to use whatever crisp veggies you have on hand and whatever spices you prefer. This recipe is also great as a leftover so do not be afraid to make ahead and store in your fridge.
Provided by Jeanelle71
Categories Beans
Time 20m
Yield 5-8 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 12
Steps:
- Cook the pasta (al dente) During approximately the last 2 minutes of cooking time, add the corn.
- While the pasta/corn mixture is cooking, combine all other ingredients (except for the cheese) in a large bowl.
- Drain the pasta and corn.
- Rinse the pasta and corn in cold water until the mixture is cool or cold.
- Add the pasta/corn mixture to the other ingredients and mix.
- Before serving, sprinkle mixture with shredded cheese.
- (OPTIONAL) If you are vegan, do not complete this step.
- *Please note, I have also added other vegetables, such as fresh and frozen chopped broccoli (add to pasta cooking process like the corn), fresh chopped cauliflower, etc.
- You can also add cooked, diced or chopped chicken (great for leftovers).
Nutrition Facts : Calories 411.2, Fat 8.5, SaturatedFat 3.1, Cholesterol 11.9, Sodium 363.1, Carbohydrate 69.8, Fiber 9.8, Sugar 5.9, Protein 17.3
MEXICAN FIESTA PASTA SALAD
Your family and friends will love this zesty pasta salad. A surprising change from traditional pasta salads. Ole!
Provided by JOSLYN H.
Categories Salad 100+ Pasta Salad Recipes Rotini Pasta Salad Recipes
Time 2h30m
Yield 16
Number Of Ingredients 14
Steps:
- Bring a large pot of lightly salted water to a rolling boil; cook the rotini in the boiling water until the pasta is cooked through yet firm to the bite, about 8 minutes. Drain. Rinse under cold running water until completely cooled; drain thoroughly.
- Whisk the salsa, mayonnaise, sour cream, black beans, Mexican-style corn, red bell pepper, green onions, black olives, garlic powder, cumin, cilantro, salt, and pepper together in a large bowl; add the cooled pasta and stir to coat evenly. Cover the bowl with plastic wrap and refrigerate 2 hours to overnight before serving.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 272.4 calories, Carbohydrate 31.6 g, Cholesterol 8.4 mg, Fat 14 g, Fiber 4.1 g, Protein 6.5 g, SaturatedFat 2.8 g, Sodium 615.1 mg, Sugar 2.1 g
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