Emily Rios
@rioemi
Mexican Shell Pasta Delight
A vibrant and flavorful Mexican-inspired pasta dish featuring seashell pasta tossed with black beans, sweet corn, and a medley of vegetables, all seasoned with taco spices. Perfect for a quick weeknight dinner or a festive gathering!
Details
- Cuisine:mexican
- Diet:vegetarian
- Difficulty:medium
- Estimated Cost:N/A
- Ingredients:11
- Views:4
Recipe Information
- Prep time10 min.
- Cook time15 min.
- Total time25 min.
- Servings4
Ingredients
- 1/2 pound
- 2 tablespoons
- 2
- 1
- 1/2 cup
- 1 (15 ounce) can
- 1 (14.5 ounce) can
- 1/4 cup
- 1/4 cup
- 1 1/2 tablespoons
- to taste
Cooking Instructions
Follow our step-by-step guide on how to make Mexican Shell Pasta Delight.
Step 1
Start by bringing a generous pot of lightly salted water to a rolling boil.
Step 2
Toss in the seashell pasta and let it cook for 8 to 10 minutes, or until it reaches that perfect al dente texture.
Step 3
Once done, drain the pasta and set it aside, allowing it to rest while you prepare the flavorful sauce.
Step 4
In a spacious skillet, warm up some olive oil over medium heat.
Step 5
Add in the chopped onions and green bell pepper, sautéing them until they turn a lovely golden brown, which should take about 10 minutes.
Step 6
Next, stir in the sweet corn and let it warm through for a minute.
Step 7
Then, introduce the black beans, diced tomatoes, salsa, sliced olives, taco seasoning, and a pinch of salt and pepper.
Step 8
Allow this vibrant mixture to cook until everything is heated through, which should take around 5 minutes.
Step 9
Finally, combine the cooked pasta with the sauce in the skillet, tossing gently to ensure every shell is coated in that delicious medley.
Step 10
Serve warm and enjoy a delightful dish that brings a burst of flavor to your table.