Cowboy Pasta Salad
A hearty and flavorful pasta salad packed with southwestern ingredients, perfect for picnics and summer gatherings.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Total Time: 25 minutes
- Yield: 6 servings
- Category: Dinner
- Method: No-Cook
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
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- 8 oz rotini pasta
- 1 cup cooked black beans, drained and rinsed
- 1 cup corn kernels (fresh or frozen)
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
- 1/2 cup diced red bell pepper
- 1/4 cup chopped red onion
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- 1/2 cup sliced black olives
- 1/4 cup chopped fresh cilantro
- 1/2 cup ranch dressing
- 1 tablespoon taco seasoning
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Cook rotini pasta according to package directions until al dente. Drain and rinse under cold water to cool.
- In a large mixing bowl, combine the cooked pasta, black beans, corn, cherry tomatoes, red bell pepper, red onion, cheddar cheese, black olives, and cilantro.
- In a small bowl, mix ranch dressing with taco seasoning until well combined.
- Pour the dressing over the pasta mixture and toss gently to coat all ingredients evenly.
- Season with salt and pepper to taste.
- Cover and refrigerate for at least 1 hour before serving to allow flavors to meld.
- Serve chilled or at room temperature.
Notes
For an extra kick, add diced jalapeños or a splash of hot sauce to the dressing. Garnish with avocado slices just before serving.
Find it online: https://delilita.com/cowboy-pasta-salad/