Heidi Mays
@hmculinary40
Mexican Rotini Pasta Salad
A vibrant and flavorful Mexican Rotini Pasta Salad, perfect for gatherings or as a refreshing side dish. This salad combines rotini pasta with a medley of vegetables, black beans, and a creamy dressing, making it a delightful addition to any meal.
Details
- Cuisine:mexican
- Diet:vegetarian
- Difficulty:medium
- Estimated Cost:N/A
- Ingredients:14
- Views:4
Recipe Information
- Prep time20 min.
- Cook time15 min.
- Total time35 min.
- Servings16
Ingredients
- 1 (16 ounce) package
- 1 1/2 cups
- 1 cup
- 1/2 cup
- 1/2 cup
- 1 (16 ounce) can
- 1 (11 ounce) can
- 1 (4.25 ounce) can
- 2
- 1 teaspoon
- 1/2 teaspoon
- 1/2 teaspoon
- 1/2 teaspoon
- to taste
Cooking Instructions
Follow our step-by-step guide on how to make Mexican Rotini Pasta Salad.
Step 1
Start by bringing a generous pot of lightly salted water to a vigorous boil.
Step 2
Toss in the rotini pasta and let it cook uncovered, stirring occasionally, until it reaches that perfect al dente texture, which should take about 8 minutes.
Step 3
While the pasta is bubbling away, grab a large mixing bowl and combine the salsa, mayonnaise, sour cream, and diced red bell pepper.
Step 4
Next, fold in the rinsed black beans, sweet corn, sliced olives, and chopped green onions.
Step 5
Season this vibrant mixture with salt, garlic powder, cumin, fresh cilantro, and a dash of black pepper, stirring until all the ingredients are harmoniously blended.
Step 6
Once your pasta is cooked, drain it and give it a refreshing rinse under cold running water until it’s completely chilled.
Step 7
Make sure to drain it well to avoid excess moisture.
Step 8
Now, gently incorporate the cooled pasta into your salsa-vegetable medley, ensuring every twist of rotini is coated in that flavorful mixture.
Step 9
Cover the bowl with plastic wrap and let it chill in the refrigerator for 2 to 8 hours, allowing the flavors to meld beautifully before serving.
Step 10
Enjoy this delightful dish that’s perfect for gatherings or a simple family meal!.