Southwest Mac and Cheese

Very Healthy
Health score
72%
Southwest Mac and Cheese
22 min.
3
557kcal

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Are you ready to elevate your mac and cheese game? Introducing our Southwest Mac and Cheese, a delightful twist on the classic comfort food that will tantalize your taste buds and leave you craving more! This dish combines the creamy goodness of cheese with the vibrant flavors of the Southwest, making it a perfect choice for a side dish, lunch, or even a main course.

In just 22 minutes, you can whip up a hearty meal that serves three, all while keeping it healthy with a score of 72. With 557 calories per serving, this dish is not only satisfying but also packed with nutrients. The combination of elbow macaroni or cavatappi pasta, zesty salsa, and sweet cream-style corn creates a rich and flavorful base, while the addition of whole kernel corn with red and green peppers adds a pop of color and texture.

What truly sets this recipe apart is the melty, gooey cheese that brings everything together. As you stir in the cheese, watch it transform your dish into a creamy masterpiece that’s sure to impress family and friends alike. Whether you’re looking for a quick lunch or a comforting dinner, our Southwest Mac and Cheese is the perfect solution. Get ready to indulge in a bowl of deliciousness that’s both healthy and satisfying!

Ingredients

  • ounces pasta uncooked
  • cup salsa 
  • 1.5 cups milk 
  • 14.8 ounces corn cream-style canned
  • 11 ounces corn whole with red and green peppers canned
  • loaf cheese cubed (8 oz. box)

Equipment

  • frying pan

Directions

  1. Mix all ingredients except cheese in 12-inch nonstick skillet.
  2. Heat to boiling, stirring occasionally; reduce heat.
  3. Cover and simmer 10 to 14 minutes, stirring frequently, until macaroni is tender. Stir in cheese until melted.

Nutrition Facts

Calories557kcal
Protein13.87%
Fat11.61%
Carbs74.52%

Properties

Glycemic Index
35.67
Glycemic Load
24.86
Inflammation Score
-7
Nutrition Score
20.840869644414%

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:557.44kcal
27.87%
Fat:7.4g
11.38%
Saturated Fat:2.88g
17.99%
Carbohydrates:106.76g
35.59%
Net Carbohydrates:101.11g
36.77%
Sugar:15.69g
17.44%
Cholesterol:14.97mg
4.99%
Sodium:1154.84mg
50.21%
Alcohol:0g
100%
Alcohol %:0%
100%
Protein:19.88g
39.75%
Selenium:51.53µg
73.61%
Manganese:0.95mg
47.45%
Phosphorus:409.07mg
40.91%
Folate:107.23µg
26.81%
Magnesium:102.93mg
25.73%
Potassium:882.8mg
25.22%
Vitamin B3:4.53mg
22.67%
Fiber:5.65g
22.61%
Vitamin B6:0.42mg
21.12%
Calcium:198.82mg
19.88%
Vitamin B2:0.33mg
19.55%
Copper:0.38mg
19.04%
Zinc:2.78mg
18.54%
Vitamin A:720.13IU
14.4%
Vitamin B1:0.22mg
14.39%
Vitamin B5:1.21mg
12.08%
Iron:2.11mg
11.7%
Vitamin C:9.13mg
11.06%
Vitamin B12:0.66µg
11.04%
Vitamin D:1.34µg
8.96%
Vitamin E:1.3mg
8.68%
Vitamin K:4.09µg
3.89%