Description
A delicious and easy Cowboy Pasta Salad recipe that combines pasta with fresh vegetables and a flavorful dressing.
Ingredients
Scale
- 8 ounces rotini pasta
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
- 1 cup corn, canned or frozen (thawed)
- 1 cup black beans, drained and rinsed
- 1 cup diced bell pepper (any color)
- 1/2 cup red onion, finely chopped
- 1/2 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- 1/4 cup fresh cilantro, chopped
- 1/2 cup ranch dressing
- 1 tablespoon taco seasoning
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Cook the rotini pasta according to package instructions until al dente. Drain and rinse under cold water to cool.
- In a large mixing bowl, combine the cooled pasta, cherry tomatoes, corn, black beans, bell pepper, red onion, and cilantro.
- In a separate small bowl, whisk together the ranch dressing and taco seasoning until well combined.
- Pour the dressing over the pasta salad and toss gently to coat all ingredients evenly.
- Season with salt and pepper to taste.
- Cover and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes to allow flavors to meld. Serve chilled or at room temperature.
Notes
- For added protein, consider mixing in diced grilled chicken or cooked shrimp.
- Substitute the ranch dressing with a vinaigrette for a lighter option or use a spicy dressing for an extra kick.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Salad
- Method: Mixing
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 250
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 400mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 5g
- Protein: 10g
- Cholesterol: 20mg