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!
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)
Nutrition Facts | |
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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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