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Mexican Macaroni Salad

Colorful Mexican Macaroni Salad - Quick & Creamy Delight

This Mexican Macaroni Salad combines creamy dressing and vibrant veggies for a deliciously refreshing dish.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Chill Time 1 hour
Total Time 1 hour 25 minutes
Servings: 8 servings
Course: Salad
Cuisine: Mexican
Calories: 300
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Pasta
  • 3 cups elbow macaroni can substitute with rotini or small shells
For the Creamy Dressing
  • 1 cup mayonnaise can use dairy-free mayo
  • 1/2 cup sour cream can use dairy-free sour cream
  • 1 each fresh lime juice fresh is best
  • 2 tablespoons taco seasoning adjust to heat preference
  • to taste salt
  • to taste black pepper
For the Salad Mix
  • 1 can black beans rinsed
  • 1 cup sweet corn can use frozen corn after thawing
  • 1 each red bell pepper diced
  • 1 each green bell pepper diced
  • 1/2 cup red onion chopped
  • 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese can use dairy-free cheese
  • to taste cilantro omit if preferred

Equipment

  • large pot
  • Colander
  • Mixing Bowl
  • large serving bowl
  • Spatula

Method
 

Preparation Steps
  1. Boil the Pasta: Bring a large pot of salted water to a rolling boil. Add elbow macaroni and cook for 8-10 minutes. Drain and rinse under cold water.
  2. Prepare the Dressing: In a bowl, whisk together mayonnaise, sour cream, lime juice, taco seasoning, salt, and pepper.
  3. Combine the Salad Ingredients: In a large bowl, mix cooled macaroni, black beans, sweet corn, diced peppers, red onion, cheddar cheese, and cilantro.
  4. Mix the Dressing with the Salad: Pour dressing over salad mix and fold gently to combine.
  5. Chill Before Serving: Cover and refrigerate for at least 1 hour to meld flavors.
  6. Stir and Serve: Before serving, stir gently and adjust with mayo or lime juice if needed.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 300kcalCarbohydrates: 35gProtein: 10gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 3gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 1gCholesterol: 20mgSodium: 400mgPotassium: 300mgFiber: 5gSugar: 5gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 20mgCalcium: 150mgIron: 2mg

Notes

For the best flavor, use fresh ingredients and allow the salad to chill adequately before serving.

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