Cowboy Pasta Salad
Cowboy Pasta Salad is a vibrant and hearty dish that brings the spirit of the outdoors to your table. With colorful veggies, al dente pasta, and a zesty dressing, this salad is perfect for summer barbecues or cozy family dinners. Easy to make and customizable, it’s a crowd-pleaser that will have everyone asking for seconds.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Total Time: 25 minutes
- Yield: Serves 6
- Category: Salad
- Method: Mixing
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 8 oz rotini or fusilli pasta
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
- 1 cup corn (fresh or canned)
- 1 red bell pepper, diced
- ½ red onion, finely chopped
- 1 can (15 oz) black beans, rinsed and drained
- ¼ cup cilantro, chopped
- Juice of 2 limes
- 3 tbsp olive oil
- 1 tsp chili powder
- 1 tsp cumin
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Cook the pasta in salted boiling water until al dente (8-10 minutes). Drain and cool.
- While the pasta cools, chop the cherry tomatoes, bell pepper, red onion, and cilantro.
- In a large bowl, combine cooled pasta with veggies and black beans. Toss gently.
- Whisk lime juice, olive oil, chili powder, cumin, salt, and pepper in a small bowl. Drizzle over the pasta mixture while stirring.
- Cover and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes before serving to allow flavors to meld.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (150g)
- Calories: 210
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 230mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 29g
- Fiber: 6g
- Protein: 9g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
Keywords: Customize with your favorite veggies or add grilled chicken for extra protein. Spice it up by adding jalapeños if you like heat. Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to three days.