SOUTHWESTERN PASTA SALAD

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Really popular at potlucks--make a double batch! Very easy and very delicious. Serve on a bed of lettuce for a nice touch.

Provided by Lisa Provost

Categories     Salad     100+ Pasta Salad Recipes     Vegetarian Pasta Salad Recipes

Time 30m

Yield 8

Number Of Ingredients 13

½ (16 ounce) package rotini pasta
⅓ cup vegetable oil
¼ cup fresh lime juice
2 tablespoons chili powder, or to taste
2 teaspoons ground cumin
½ teaspoon salt
2 cloves garlic, crushed
1 ½ cups whole kernel corn
1 (15 ounce) can black beans, drained and rinsed
½ cup diced green bell pepper
½ cup diced red bell pepper
½ cup fresh cilantro leaves
1 cup chopped roma (plum) tomatoes

Steps:

  • Bring a large pot of lightly salted water to a boil. Add pasta and cook for 8 to 10 minutes or until al dente; drain.
  • In a large bowl combine oil, lime juice, chili powder, cumin, salt and garlic. Stir in pasta and set aside to cool to room temperature, stirring occasionally.
  • Stir in corn, beans, green pepper, red pepper and 1/2 of the cilantro leaves. Spoon onto a platter and garnish with tomatoes and remaining cilantro. Serve chilled or at room temperature.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 216.6 calories, Carbohydrate 27.2 g, Fat 10.3 g, Fiber 6.1 g, Protein 6.5 g, SaturatedFat 1.7 g, Sodium 468.3 mg, Sugar 2.4 g

Emelia Owusu Boateng
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This pasta salad is so good! I love the smoky flavor of the chipotle peppers. It's a really hearty and satisfying salad. I will definitely be making this again.


Rocky Khan
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I made this pasta salad for a party and it was a hit! Everyone loved it. It's a really easy recipe to follow and it's very versatile. You can add or remove ingredients to suit your taste.


Ace ofGore
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This pasta salad is delicious! I love the combination of flavors and textures. It's a great way to use up leftover ingredients. I will definitely be making this again.


olabisi ephem
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I've made this pasta salad several times and it's always a success. It's a great way to use up leftover chicken or steak. I also love the addition of avocado and cilantro. It's a really fresh and flavorful salad.


Isabel Cano
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This pasta salad is so good! I love the smoky flavor of the chipotle peppers. It's a really hearty and satisfying salad. I will definitely be making this again.


T.T Tawhidul islam
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I made this pasta salad for a party and it was a hit! Everyone loved it. It's a really easy recipe to follow and it's very versatile. You can add or remove ingredients to suit your taste.


Mukalazi Frank
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This pasta salad is delicious! I love the combination of flavors and textures. It's a great way to use up leftover ingredients. I will definitely be making this again.


Samima Ali
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I've made this pasta salad several times and it's always a success. It's a great way to use up leftover chicken or steak. I also love the addition of avocado and cilantro. It's a really fresh and flavorful salad.


Muhammad Subahan deen
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This pasta salad is so good! I love the smoky flavor of the chipotle peppers. It's a really hearty and satisfying salad. I will definitely be making this again.


Khurshed Alam
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I made this pasta salad for a party and it was a hit! Everyone loved it. It's a really easy recipe to follow and it's very versatile. You can add or remove ingredients to suit your taste.


Onalenna Mathobela
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This pasta salad is delicious! I love the combination of flavors and textures. It's a great way to use up leftover ingredients. I will definitely be making this again.


Luna Sayumi
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I've made this pasta salad several times and it's always a success. It's a great way to use up leftover chicken or steak. I also love the addition of avocado and cilantro. It's a really fresh and flavorful salad.


Pewa Kayl
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This pasta salad is so easy to make and it's always a hit with my family and friends. I love the combination of flavors and textures. It's the perfect dish for a summer barbecue or potluck.


Saleem Bhatti
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I love the smoky flavor of this pasta salad. The chipotle peppers add just the right amount of heat. I also love the addition of black beans and corn. It's a really hearty and satisfying salad.


Lolita nguyen
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This pasta salad is so versatile! I've made it with different types of pasta, vegetables, and cheese, and it's always delicious. It's a great way to use up leftover ingredients, and it's always a crowd-pleaser.


Sumaya Imran
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I made this pasta salad for a picnic and it was perfect! It was light and refreshing, and the dressing was delicious. I would definitely recommend this recipe to anyone looking for a great summer pasta salad.


Granwell Bakang
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This pasta salad was a hit at my last potluck! I loved the combination of flavors and textures, and it was so easy to make. I will definitely be making this again.


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