Southwest Pasta Salad

Health score
7%
Southwest Pasta Salad
30 min.
12
215kcal

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Looking for a vibrant and delicious dish that’s perfect for any gathering? Look no further than this Southwest Pasta Salad! Bursting with bold flavors and colorful ingredients, this salad is not only a feast for the eyes but also a delightful treat for your taste buds. With creamy avocado, zesty jalapeños, and a medley of fresh vegetables, each bite is a celebration of the Southwest.

This recipe is incredibly versatile, making it an ideal side dish for barbecues, picnics, or potlucks. It’s also a fantastic starter or snack that will impress your guests and leave them asking for seconds. The combination of pepper Jack cheese and olives adds a savory richness, while the black beans and corn provide a satisfying texture and a boost of protein.

Ready in just 30 minutes, this pasta salad is not only quick to prepare but also easy to customize. Feel free to add your favorite ingredients or adjust the spice level to suit your palate. Whether you serve it immediately or let it chill in the fridge for a while, the flavors meld beautifully, making it a dish that tastes even better the next day.

So gather your ingredients and get ready to whip up a Southwest Pasta Salad that will be the star of your next meal. It’s a delicious way to bring a taste of the Southwest to your table!

Ingredients

  • medium avocado peeled cut into 1/2-inch cubes
  • 14.5 oz tomatoes diced with jalapeños, drained canned
  • tablespoons apple cider vinegar 
  • tablespoon cilantro leaves fresh chopped
  • 0.5 teaspoon ground cumin 
  • 0.3 cup olive oil 
  • 0.5 cup olives ripe sliced
  • boxes ranch & bacon pasta salad mix betty crocker® suddenly salad®
  • oz pepper jack cheese cut into 1/2-inch cubes (2 cups)
  • 15 oz pinto beans black rinsed drained progresso® canned
  • 0.5 cup water cold
  • 11 oz corn whole with red and green peppers, drained green giant® steamcrisp® mexicorn® canned
  • 0.5 cup bell pepper green red yellow chopped

Equipment

  • bowl
  • sauce pan

Directions

  1. Empty Pasta mixes into 4-quart saucepan 2/3 full of boiling water. Gently boil uncovered 12 minutes, stirring occasionally.
  2. Meanwhile, in large bowl, stir together Seasoning mixes, cold water, olive oil, vinegar, cilantro, pepper sauce and cumin.
  3. Drain pasta; rinse with cold water. Shake to drain well.
  4. Add pasta, beans, tomatoes, corn, olives, bell pepper, avocado and cheese to seasoning mixture; toss gently to coat. If desired, serve on a platter lined with lettuce leaves.
  5. Serve immediately, or cover and refrigerate until serving.

Nutrition Facts

Calories215kcal
Protein13.72%
Fat63.97%
Carbs22.31%

Properties

Glycemic Index
16.58
Glycemic Load
1.87
Inflammation Score
-4
Nutrition Score
7.6543478032817%

Flavonoids

Cyanidin
0.06mg
Epicatechin
0.06mg
Epigallocatechin 3-gallate
0.03mg
Apigenin
0.01mg
Luteolin
0.34mg
Kaempferol
0.01mg
Myricetin
0.01mg
Quercetin
0.33mg

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:215.27kcal
10.76%
Fat:15.7g
24.15%
Saturated Fat:5.02g
31.36%
Carbohydrates:12.32g
4.11%
Net Carbohydrates:8.92g
3.24%
Sugar:1.58g
1.76%
Cholesterol:16.82mg
5.61%
Sodium:392.12mg
17.05%
Alcohol:0g
100%
Alcohol %:0%
100%
Protein:7.58g
15.15%
Calcium:175.73mg
17.57%
Phosphorus:144.49mg
14.45%
Fiber:3.4g
13.61%
Vitamin E:1.94mg
12.9%
Vitamin C:10.56mg
12.8%
Manganese:0.2mg
9.81%
Vitamin K:9.99µg
9.51%
Folate:36.89µg
9.22%
Potassium:306.09mg
8.75%
Magnesium:30.06mg
7.51%
Vitamin B2:0.13mg
7.43%
Iron:1.29mg
7.15%
Copper:0.14mg
7.02%
Vitamin B6:0.14mg
6.91%
Zinc:1.01mg
6.73%
Vitamin A:259.54IU
5.19%
Vitamin B3:0.9mg
4.49%
Selenium:2.9µg
4.14%
Vitamin B1:0.06mg
3.8%
Vitamin B5:0.37mg
3.69%
Vitamin B12:0.16µg
2.61%