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Mexican Pasta Salad

Refresh Your Summer with Zesty Mexican Pasta Salad

An irresistible Mexican Pasta Salad featuring creamy chipotle lime dressing and fresh ingredients.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Chill Time 30 minutes
Total Time 55 minutes
Servings: 6 servings
Course: Salad
Cuisine: Mexican
Calories: 300

Ingredients
  

For the Salad
  • 8 oz Dried Uncooked Jumbo Elbow Macaroni Best texture and bite.
  • 1 can (15.5 oz) Black Beans Rinsed and drained.
  • 1 cup Corn Thawed if frozen.
  • 1 cup Tomatoes Diced, cherry or grape can be halved.
  • 3 tbsp Cilantro Chopped.
  • 1/4 cup Red Onion Diced.
For the Dressing
  • 1/4 cup Mayonnaise Creamy base.
  • 1/2 cup Sour Cream Enhances creaminess.
  • 3 tbsp Chipotle in Adobo Sauce only.
  • 1/2 tsp Chili Powder Contributes warmth.
  • 1/2 tsp Cumin Earthy flavor, optional.
  • 1/2 tsp Garlic Powder Boosts flavor.
  • 1/2 tsp Onion Powder Enhances onion flavor.
  • Juice of 1/2 medium lime Lime Juice For acidity.
  • Salt and Pepper To taste.
For Serving
  • Avocado Sliced, optional.

Equipment

  • large pot
  • Mixing Bowl
  • Medium Bowl
  • Spatula
  • Whisk

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Boil a large pot of salted water. Add the dried jumbo elbow macaroni and cook until al dente, about 8-10 minutes. Drain and rinse under cold water.
  2. In a large mixing bowl, combine the cooled pasta with black beans, corn, diced tomatoes, cilantro, and red onion. Gently fold the ingredients together.
  3. In a medium bowl, whisk together the mayonnaise, sour cream, chipotle in adobo, chili powder, cumin, garlic powder, onion powder, and lime juice until smooth. Adjust seasoning with salt and pepper.
  4. Pour the dressing over the pasta mixture and gently toss until all ingredients are evenly coated.
  5. Serve immediately or chill in the refrigerator for 30 minutes before serving. Top with sliced avocado if desired.

Nutrition

Serving: 1cupCalories: 300kcalCarbohydrates: 40gProtein: 10gFat: 12gSaturated Fat: 2gPolyunsaturated Fat: 3gMonounsaturated Fat: 5gCholesterol: 10mgSodium: 250mgPotassium: 500mgFiber: 8gSugar: 3gVitamin A: 5IUVitamin C: 15mgCalcium: 4mgIron: 10mg

Notes

Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to 4 days. Avoid freezing as the texture may alter.

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