Description
This Mexican Pasta Salad Savory is a colorful and refreshing dish that combines al dente pasta with black beans, corn, bell peppers, and cilantro. Tossed in a zesty lime dressing, this salad is perfect for summer gatherings or as a quick weeknight dinner. Packed with flavors and nutrients, it can be customized to fit your dietary preferences while being visually appealing and easy to prepare.
Ingredients
Scale
- 8 oz rotini or penne pasta
- 1 can (15 oz) black beans, drained and rinsed
- 1 cup sweet corn kernels (fresh or canned)
- 1 cup bell peppers (mixed colors), diced
- ½ cup fresh cilantro, chopped
- ¼ cup lime juice
- 3 tbsp olive oil
- 1 tsp ground cumin
- 1 tsp chili powder
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Cook the pasta according to package instructions until al dente. Drain and rinse under cold water.
- While the pasta cooks, chop the bell peppers and drain the black beans and corn.
- In a bowl, whisk together lime juice, olive oil, cumin, chili powder, salt, and pepper.
- In a large bowl, combine cooked pasta, black beans, corn, bell peppers, and cilantro. Drizzle with dressing and toss until combined.
- Chill in the refrigerator for at least 30 minutes before serving.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Salad
- Method: Mixing
- Cuisine: Mexican
Nutrition
- Serving Size: approximately 1 cup (200g)
- Calories: 240
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 200mg
- Fat: 9g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 34g
- Fiber: 7g
- Protein: 8g
- Cholesterol: 0mg