Southwestern Pasta Salad
Indulge in a delightful Southwestern Pasta Salad, perfect for any gathering or warm-weather meal. This vibrant dish combines hearty grilled chicken with a medley of fresh vegetables, all tossed in a zesty chipotle ranch dressing. With its colorful presentation and a harmonious blend of textures and flavors, it’s sure to impress at potlucks, picnics, or casual weeknight dinners. Quick and easy to prepare, this salad also makes for an excellent make-ahead option that tastes even better after marinating. Enjoy this nutritious and satisfying dish that brings the tastes of the Southwest right to your table.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 8 minutes
- Total Time: 18 minutes
- Yield: Approximately 6 servings 1x
- Category: Main
- Method: Mixing
- Cuisine: Southwestern
Ingredients
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- 12 oz rotini pasta
- 1 can black beans (drained and rinsed)
- 1 can corn (drained)
- 1 cup bell pepper (diced)
- 1 cup red onion (diced)
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes (halved)
- ½ cup cilantro (chopped)
- 2 cups grilled chicken (chopped)
- 1 cup chipotle ranch dressing
Instructions
- Cook rotini pasta according to package instructions. Drain and rinse under cold water until cool; let dry completely.
- Rinse black beans and corn thoroughly. Dice bell pepper and red onion, and halve cherry tomatoes. Finely chop cilantro.
- In a large mixing bowl, combine cooked pasta, black beans, corn, bell pepper, red onion, tomatoes, cilantro, and grilled chicken.
- Add chipotle ranch dressing over the mixture and stir until well coated.
- Cover and refrigerate for at least one hour to allow flavors to meld before serving.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 450mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 50g
- Fiber: 8g
- Protein: 20g
- Cholesterol: 65mg
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