Rotini And Black Bean Salad Recipes

Steps:

• Cook the rotini al dente, as directed on the package; drain and rinse briefly under cold running water; drain completely and set aside.
• To make the dressing: whisk the vinegar, garlic, salt, and pepper together; slowly whisk in the olive oil until an emulsion forms.
• Put the pasta in a large mixing/serving bowl.
• Add in the beans, tomatoes, corn, green onions, chives, and cilantro; toss gently to combine.
• Pour the dressing over the pasta mixture and toss gently again to coat.
• Cover and refrigerate for at least 1 hour but up to 24 hours.
• Right before you are ready to serve, peel and dice the avocado and toss it with the lemon juice.
• Sprinkle the avocado over the salad and serve.

Steps:

• Cook pasta according to package directions until al dente. While pasta cooks, whisk together vinegar and garlic in a small bowl. Season with salt and pepper. Slowly whisk in oil until dressing thickens. Set aside. Drain pasta and rinse briefly under cold water. Drain completely. Place pasta in a large bowl; add beans, tomatoes, corn, green onions, chives, and cilantro. Toss gently. Pour dressing over pasta mixture and toss again, gently but thoroughly. Cover and refrigerate at least 1 hour and up to 24 hours. Peel and slice avocado and toss with lemon juice; use as garnish. Serve immediately.