Mexicano Pasta Salad

Health score
4%
Mexicano Pasta Salad
75 min.
12
193kcal

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Are you ready to elevate your next gathering with a vibrant and delicious dish? Look no further than this Mexicano Pasta Salad! Bursting with flavor and color, this salad is the perfect side dish, antipasti, or even a light snack that will impress your guests and tantalize their taste buds.

Imagine a delightful combination of tender rotini pasta, hearty black beans, and sweet corn, all tossed together with fresh green bell peppers and a zesty oil-and-vinegar dressing. The addition of Old El Thick 'n Chunky salsa brings a delightful kick, while the shredded Cheddar cheese adds a creamy richness that ties everything together. With fresh cilantro or parsley sprinkled throughout, each bite is a refreshing explosion of taste.

This Mexicano Pasta Salad is not only a feast for the eyes but also a nutritious option, clocking in at just 193 calories per serving. Perfect for summer barbecues, potlucks, or casual family dinners, it can be prepared in advance, allowing the flavors to meld beautifully in the refrigerator. With a preparation time of just 75 minutes, you can easily whip up this crowd-pleaser and enjoy the compliments that follow!

So gather your ingredients, roll up your sleeves, and get ready to create a dish that will have everyone coming back for seconds. Your taste buds will thank you!

Ingredients

  • 15 oz black beans rinsed drained canned
  • 0.3 cup cilantro leaves fresh chopped
  • 1.5 cups bell pepper green chopped
  • 0.5 cup cooking oil 
  • oz soup noodles uncooked
  • 0.8 cup salsa thick
  • oz cheddar cheese shredded
  • 15.3 oz corn whole drained canned

Equipment

  • bowl

Directions

  1. Cook and drain pasta as directed on package. Rinse with cold water; drain.
  2. In very large bowl, mix pasta and remaining ingredients. Cover; refrigerate 1 to 2 hours to blend flavors.

Nutrition Facts

Calories193kcal
Protein16.49%
Fat28.07%
Carbs55.44%

Properties

Glycemic Index
9.25
Glycemic Load
5.79
Inflammation Score
-4
Nutrition Score
8.1347826460133%

Flavonoids

Luteolin
0.88mg
Kaempferol
0.01mg
Quercetin
0.65mg

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:192.62kcal
9.63%
Fat:6.05g
9.3%
Saturated Fat:2.12g
13.27%
Carbohydrates:26.88g
8.96%
Net Carbohydrates:23.21g
8.44%
Sugar:1.61g
1.78%
Cholesterol:9.45mg
3.15%
Sodium:365.1mg
15.87%
Alcohol:0g
100%
Alcohol %:0%
100%
Protein:7.99g
15.98%
Selenium:15.23µg
21.76%
Vitamin C:16.97mg
20.57%
Manganese:0.32mg
16%
Fiber:3.67g
14.69%
Phosphorus:141.18mg
14.12%
Folate:40.24µg
10.06%
Calcium:90.61mg
9.06%
Magnesium:33.35mg
8.34%
Copper:0.16mg
8.04%
Potassium:277.19mg
7.92%
Vitamin B2:0.11mg
6.59%
Zinc:0.96mg
6.43%
Iron:1.15mg
6.4%
Vitamin B6:0.12mg
6.19%
Vitamin B1:0.09mg
6.09%
Vitamin B3:1.1mg
5.52%
Vitamin A:273.01IU
5.46%
Vitamin K:5.02µg
4.78%
Vitamin E:0.7mg
4.64%
Vitamin B5:0.24mg
2.39%
Vitamin B12:0.1µg
1.67%