Mexicali Pasta Salad

Mexicali Pasta Salad

Mexican-style pasta salad that is a great change for a picnic.

Prep Time:
15 mins
Cook Time:
10 mins
Total Time:
25 mins
Yield:
12 servings
Servings:
12

Ingredients

  • 1 (16 ounce) package tri-color rotini pasta
  • 1 (15 ounce) can black beans, drained and rinsed
  • 1 (11 ounce) can Mexican-style corn, drained
  • 1 (4 ounce) can chopped green chilies
  • ½ cup chopped red bell pepper
  • ½ cup Italian-style salad dressing, or more to taste
  • ½ cup shredded Mexican cheese blend
  • 3 green onions, thinly sliced
  • 1/3 cup minced fresh cilantro
  • 1 slice onion, minced
  • 2 tablespoons taco seasoning mix
  • ½ lime, juiced

Directions

Step 1
Bring a large pot of lightly salted water to a boil; cook the rotini at a boil until tender yet firm to the bite, about 8 minutes; drain.

Step 2
Mix black beans, corn, green chilies, red bell pepper, Italian dressing, Mexican cheese, green onions, cilantro, onion, taco seasoning, and lime juice together in a bowl. Add rotini and lightly stir to combine.

Nutrition Facts (per serving)

246
Calories
6g
Fat
41g
Carbs
9g
Protein
Nutrition Facts
Servings Per Recipe 12
Calories 246
% Daily Value *
Total Fat6g 7%
Saturated Fat2g 9%
Cholesterol5mg 2%
Sodium651mg 28%
Total Carbohydrate41g 15%
Dietary Fiber5g 16%
Total Sugars3g
Protein9g
Vitamin C19mg 96%
Calcium62mg 5%
Iron2mg 13%
Potassium238mg 5%

*Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.

**Nutrient information is not available for all ingredients. Amount is based on available nutrient data.

(-) Information is not currently available for this nutrient.If you are following a medically restrictive diet, please consult your doctor or registered dietitian before preparing this recipe for personal consumption.

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