Description
Cowboy Pasta Salad is a vibrant, flavorful dish that captures the essence of summer in every bite. This easy-to-make salad combines colorful veggies, hearty pasta, and a zesty dressing, making it perfect for picnics, barbecues, or casual dinners. With its delightful crunch and refreshing taste, this Cowboy Pasta Salad is sure to impress your family and friends while adding a touch of western flair to any meal.
Ingredients
Scale
- 8 oz rotini or penne pasta
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
- 1 cup bell peppers (mixed colors), diced
- 1/4 cup red onion, finely chopped
- 1 cup corn (fresh or frozen)
- 1 can (15 oz) black beans, rinsed and drained
- 1 cup shredded sharp cheddar cheese
- 1/4 cup olive oil
- Juice of 2 limes
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Cook the pasta according to package instructions until al dente; drain and rinse under cold water.
- While the pasta cooks, chop the cherry tomatoes, bell peppers, and onion.
- In a bowl, whisk together olive oil, lime juice, garlic powder, salt, and pepper for the dressing.
- In a large bowl, combine the cooled pasta with chopped veggies and black beans. Drizzle with dressing and toss to coat evenly.
- Gently mix in shredded cheddar cheese. Cover and chill in the refrigerator for at least 30 minutes before serving.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Salad
- Method: Mixing
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 360
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 450mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 50g
- Fiber: 10g
- Protein: 12g
- Cholesterol: 30mg