Vegetarian 30-Minute Southwest Pasta Salad

April 09, 2014

A vegetarian southwest pasta salad that takes less than 30 minutes to make and is drenched in the most delicious and spicy dressing! Lots of fresh vegetables included and protein from the beans.

2 cups mini farfelle pasta (measured when dry)
1 cup frozen corn
1 cup black beans
3/4 cup assorted sweet bell peppers*
1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
1/4 cup red onion, (optional)
1/4 cup packed cilantro (~1/3 a bunch), finely chopped
Dressing
3 tablespoons olive oil
3 tablespoons rice vinegar
5 tablespoons squeezed fresh lime juice
1 teaspoon white sugar
1/4 teaspoon garlic powder
1 and 1/2 teaspoon chili powder
1 teaspoon cumin
1/4 teaspoon cayenne
1 teaspoon salt

Cook the pasta according to package direction. Add in the frozen corn about 1-2 minutes before the pasta is done. Drain the pasta and rinse it with cold water. Meanwhile, drain and rinse one cup of black...
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Nutritions

Calories
807

Sodium
1059mg
44% DV

Fat
40g
62% DV

Protein
13g
27% DV

Carbs
47g
16% DV

Fiber
11g
44% DV