Southwestern Pasta Salad

Dairy Free
Health score
19%
Southwestern Pasta Salad
140 min.
8
266kcal

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Looking for a vibrant and refreshing dish that’s perfect for any gathering? Look no further than this delightful Southwestern Pasta Salad! Bursting with flavor and color, this dairy-free recipe is not only a feast for the eyes but also a wholesome addition to your meal repertoire. With its combination of hearty rotini pasta, sweet corn, and zesty garlic-cilantro salsa, this salad is sure to impress your guests and satisfy your taste buds.

Whether you’re hosting a summer barbecue, a picnic in the park, or simply looking for a delicious side dish to complement your main course, this pasta salad is incredibly versatile. The addition of black beans and fresh vegetables not only enhances the nutritional value but also adds a satisfying texture that makes each bite enjoyable. Plus, the bright notes of lime juice and fresh cilantro elevate the dish, making it a refreshing choice for warm weather.

Best of all, this salad can be prepared in advance, allowing the flavors to meld beautifully in the refrigerator. With just a little bit of prep time, you can create a dish that’s not only delicious but also easy to serve and share. So gather your ingredients, roll up your sleeves, and get ready to enjoy a bowl of this Southwestern Pasta Salad that’s sure to become a favorite at your table!

Ingredients

  • oz rotini pasta uncooked
  • cup corn sweet frozen organic cascadian farm®
  • 16 oz salsa organic
  • 0.3 cup olive oil 
  • tablespoons juice of lime 
  • 0.5 teaspoon coarse salt (kosher or sea)
  • 0.3 cup cilantro leaves fresh chopped
  • cup bell pepper red chopped
  • 15 oz black beans rinsed drained canned
  • 2.3 oz olives ripe drained sliced canned

Equipment

  • bowl

Directions

  1. Cook pasta as directed on box, adding corn during last 2 minutes of cook time.
  2. Drain; rinse with cold water.
  3. In large bowl, stir together salsa, olive oil, lime juice and salt. Stir in pasta and remaining ingredients.
  4. Cover; refrigerate at least 2 hours before serving.

Nutrition Facts

Calories266kcal
Protein12.63%
Fat29.51%
Carbs57.86%

Properties

Glycemic Index
20.19
Glycemic Load
10.73
Inflammation Score
-7
Nutrition Score
12.756521764009%

Flavonoids

Eriodictyol
0.12mg
Hesperetin
0.5mg
Naringenin
0.02mg
Apigenin
0.01mg
Luteolin
0.17mg
Quercetin
0.34mg

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:266.07kcal
13.3%
Fat:9.01g
13.86%
Saturated Fat:1.27g
7.96%
Carbohydrates:39.75g
13.25%
Net Carbohydrates:33g
12%
Sugar:4.72g
5.24%
Cholesterol:0mg
0%
Sodium:848.9mg
36.91%
Alcohol:0g
100%
Alcohol %:0%
100%
Protein:8.68g
17.35%
Vitamin C:29.23mg
35.43%
Selenium:19.26µg
27.51%
Fiber:6.75g
26.99%
Manganese:0.5mg
25.22%
Vitamin A:975.95IU
19.52%
Vitamin E:2.34mg
15.57%
Phosphorus:150.14mg
15.01%
Folate:53.9µg
13.48%
Potassium:467.12mg
13.35%
Vitamin B6:0.26mg
12.78%
Magnesium:50.84mg
12.71%
Copper:0.25mg
12.29%
Iron:1.88mg
10.42%
Vitamin B1:0.15mg
10.08%
Vitamin B3:1.99mg
9.93%
Vitamin K:9.16µg
8.72%
Vitamin B2:0.13mg
7.53%
Zinc:0.98mg
6.51%
Vitamin B5:0.56mg
5.58%
Calcium:47.74mg
4.77%