Zesty Southern Pasta and Bean Salad

Zesty Southern Pasta and Bean Salad

A colorful and simple little side dish that has been a big hit at potlucks and picnics. It is easy to prepare, healthy and delicious!

Prep Time:
1 mins
Cook Time:
10 mins
Additional Time:
4 mins
Total Time:
15 mins
Yield:
8 servings
Servings:
8

Ingredients

  • 2 cups small seashell pasta
  • 1/3 cup Italian-style salad dressing
  • salt to taste
  • 1 (15 ounce) can pinto beans
  • 1 (15 ounce) can black beans
  • 1 (15 ounce) can whole kernel corn, drained
  • 3 tomatoes, chopped
  • 1 ½ tablespoons ground cumin
  • ½ tablespoon chili powder
  • ½ teaspoon onion powder
  • ½ teaspoon garlic powder
  • ¼ teaspoon dried red pepper flakes (Optional)
  • salt and pepper to taste

Directions

Step 1
Bring a large pot of lightly salted water to a boil. Add pasta and cook for 8 to 10 minutes or until al dente; drain and rinse pasta in cold water. Place in a large mixing bowl and add dressing and salt; mix well.

Step 2
Combine pinto beans and black beans in a colander; rinse with cold water and add to pasta. Add corn, tomatoes, cumin, chili powder, onion powder, garlic powder, dried red pepper flakes and salt and pepper to taste; toss lightly.

Step 3
Chill salad in refrigerator until ready to serve.

Nutrition Facts (per serving)

267
Calories
5g
Fat
49g
Carbs
11g
Protein
Nutrition Facts
Servings Per Recipe 8
Calories 267
% Daily Value *
Total Fat5g 6%
Saturated Fat1g 4%
Sodium643mg 28%
Total Carbohydrate49g 18%
Dietary Fiber8g 29%
Total Sugars5g
Protein11g
Vitamin C9mg 43%
Calcium61mg 5%
Iron4mg 21%
Potassium525mg 11%

*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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