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Cowboy Caviar Pasta Salad

Cowboy Caviar Pasta Salad

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A hearty pasta salad loaded with fresh vegetables, beans, and a zesty dressing. Perfect for picnics, potlucks, or a quick meal.

  • Total Time: 25 mins
  • Yield: 6 servings 1x

Ingredients

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  • 1 lb rotini pasta
  • 1 can black beans, drained and rinsed
  • 1 can corn, drained
  • 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
  • 1 red bell pepper, diced
  • 1/2 red onion, finely chopped
  • 1 avocado, diced
  • 1/4 cup cilantro, chopped
  • 1/3 cup olive oil
  • 2 tbsp lime juice
  • 1 tsp cumin
  • 1/2 tsp chili powder
  • Salt and pepper to taste

Instructions

  1. Cook pasta according to package instructions. Drain and rinse under cold water.
  2. In a large bowl, combine pasta, black beans, corn, cherry tomatoes, red bell pepper, red onion, and avocado.
  3. In a small bowl, whisk together olive oil, lime juice, cumin, chili powder, salt, and pepper.
  4. Pour dressing over the salad and toss to combine.
  5. Garnish with cilantro before serving.

Notes

  • Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to 3 days.
  • For extra protein, add grilled chicken or shrimp.
  • Adjust spice levels to your preference.
  • Author: emma
  • Prep Time: 15 mins
  • Cook Time: 10 mins
  • Category: Salad
  • Method: No-Cook
  • Cuisine: American
  • Diet: Vegetarian

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 cup
  • Calories: 320
  • Sugar: 5g
  • Sodium: 180mg
  • Fat: 12g
  • Saturated Fat: 2g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 9g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 45g
  • Fiber: 6g
  • Protein: 8g
  • Cholesterol: 0mg