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Easy High Protein Southwest Pasta Salad - Homefoodkitchen

Easy High Protein Southwest Pasta Salad

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Experience a burst of flavor with our Easy High Protein Southwest Pasta Salad – Homefoodkitchen, a vibrant dish that’s both satisfying and nutritious. This pasta salad transforms the way you think about salads, making it an excellent choice for potlucks, meal prep, or simply as a hearty main course. Bursting with protein from black beans and enhanced pasta, this dish is quick to prepare in just 25 minutes, ensuring you can whip it up anytime. With its zesty lime dressing and a medley of colorful veggies, it’s not only delicious but also a feast for the eyes. Enjoy this nutritious salad chilled for a refreshing meal that everyone will love.

  • Total Time: 25 minutes
  • Yield: Serves 4

Ingredients

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  • 3/4 cup avocado mayo
  • 2 tbsp Greek yogurt
  • 4 tbsp salsa
  • 5 tsp taco seasoning
  • 2 garlic cloves, minced
  • 1.5 fl oz lime juice
  • 1/2 tsp lime zest
  • 1 tsp hot sauce
  • 1 tsp salt
  • 1 lb pasta
  • 18 oz black beans, rinsed and drained
  • 1/2 cup tomatoes
  • 1/2 cup pickled onions
  • 4 oz green chiles
  • 1.25 cup corn
  • 3 tbsp cilantro

Instructions

  1. Cook the pasta al dente according to package instructions, then drain and cool.
  2. In a large bowl, whisk together avocado mayo, Greek yogurt, salsa, taco seasoning, minced garlic, lime juice, lime zest, hot sauce, and salt until smooth.
  3. Fold in the cooled pasta along with black beans, tomatoes, pickled onions, green chiles, corn, and cilantro until evenly coated.
  4. Refrigerate for at least 10 minutes before serving to allow flavors to meld.
  • Author: Madison
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 10 minutes
  • Category: Main
  • Method: Mixing
  • Cuisine: Southwestern

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 cup (250g)
  • Calories: 380
  • Sugar: 5g
  • Sodium: 720mg
  • Fat: 12g
  • Saturated Fat: 2g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 9g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 58g
  • Fiber: 14g
  • Protein: 18g
  • Cholesterol: 5mg