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Southwest Pasta Salad with Spicy Garlic Dressing

Southwest Pasta Salad with Spicy Garlic Dressing Bliss

Enjoy a vibrant Southwest Pasta Salad with Spicy Garlic Dressing, perfect for meal prep and gluten-free.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Chilling Time 30 minutes
Total Time 55 minutes
Servings: 6 servings
Course: Pasta
Cuisine: Mexican
Calories: 320

Ingredients
  

For the Salad
  • 1 lb Gluten-Free Pasta Choose any shape you love.
  • 1/2 cup Onions Diced; green onions can be a milder substitute.
  • 3/4 cup Bell Pepper Chopped; mix colors or swap with cucumbers for variety.
  • 1 cup Black Beans Cooked; chickpeas or kidney beans can work too.
  • 3/4 cup Corn Use frozen corn for convenience, just make sure to drain it.
For the Dressing
  • 3 cloves Garlic Pressed; garlic powder is a suitable substitute.
  • 1 1/4 cup Vegenaise Swap with vegan mayo or plain yogurt if desired.
  • Salt and Pepper Essential for enhancing flavors.

Equipment

  • large pot
  • colander
  • mixing bowl
  • spatula
  • whisk

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Begin by boiling a large pot of salted water. Once it reaches a rolling boil, add the gluten-free pasta and cook according to package instructions until al dente, usually around 8-10 minutes. Drain and rinse under cold water.
  2. While the pasta is cooking, chop the onions, bell peppers, black beans, and corn in a mixing bowl.
  3. Once the pasta has cooled, add it to the bowl of mixed vegetables and gently fold to combine.
  4. In a separate bowl, whisk together the Vegenaise, pressed garlic, and any southwest seasoning until smooth and creamy.
  5. Pour the prepared dressing over the pasta and vegetable mixture, and gently toss to mix.
  6. Serve immediately or refrigerate for at least 30 minutes before serving for maximum flavor.

Nutrition

Serving: 1cupCalories: 320kcalCarbohydrates: 40gProtein: 10gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 2gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 8gSodium: 500mgPotassium: 700mgFiber: 8gSugar: 3gVitamin A: 25IUVitamin C: 30mgCalcium: 70mgIron: 3mg

Notes

This salad can be stored for up to 4 days in the fridge. Chilling enhances the flavors beautifully.

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