Description
A vibrant and delicious Mexican Pasta Salad packed with flavor, perfect for any gathering.
Ingredients
Scale
- 8 ounces dried uncooked pasta (jumbo elbow macaroni)
- 1 can (15.5 ounces) black beans, rinsed and drained
- 1 cup corn (thawed if frozen)
- 1 cup tomatoes, diced
- 3 tablespoons cilantro, chopped
- 1/4 cup red onion, diced
- 1/4 cup mayonnaise
- 1/2 cup sour cream
- 3 tablespoons chipotle in adobo (sauce only)
- 1/2 teaspoon chili powder
- 1/2 teaspoon cumin
- 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/2 teaspoon onion powder
- Juice of 1/2 medium lime
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Avocado, sliced for serving (optional)
Instructions
- Cook the pasta: Begin by boiling a large pot of salted water and cooking the pasta according to package instructions until al dente. Once done, drain and rinse under cold water to cool it down.
- Prep the veggies: While the pasta is cooking, chop the cilantro, dice the tomatoes and red onion, and drain the black beans. Thaw the corn if needed.
- Make the dressing: In a separate bowl, combine mayonnaise, sour cream, chipotle in adobo, chili powder, cumin, garlic powder, onion powder, and lime juice. Stir until smooth.
- Mix it all together: In a large mixing bowl, combine the cooled pasta, black beans, corn, diced tomatoes, red onion, and cilantro. Pour the dressing over the top and gently toss everything together.
- Chill & marry the flavors: Cover your bowl and let the salad chill in the refrigerator for at least 30 minutes.
- Serve with style: When ready to serve, give it a quick toss, taste for seasoning, and top with sliced avocado if desired.
Notes
This salad tastes even better after it sits for a bit. Perfect for potlucks or family gatherings.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Salad
- Method: Mixing
- Cuisine: Mexican
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 400mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fiber: 10g
- Protein: 12g
- Cholesterol: 30mg
Keywords: Mexican pasta salad, vibrant salad, summer salad, vegetarian salad, easy side dish