Sombrero Pasta Salad
Bursting with bold, zesty flavors and vibrant colors, Sombrero Pasta Salad is the perfect fusion of fresh ingredients and Southwestern flair. This easy-to-make dish features tender penne pasta tossed with black beans, sweet corn, juicy cherry tomatoes, creamy avocado, and crisp red bell pepper, all brought together with a tangy lime dressing infused with cumin and chili powder. Fresh cilantro and a touch of red onion add aromatic depth, while optional crumbled Cotija or feta cheese delivers a delightful savory finish. Ready in just 25 minutes, this refreshing pasta salad is ideal for picnics, potlucks, or a quick weeknight meal. Serve it chilled for a flavorful bite of summer in every forkful! Perfect for those searching for easy pasta salads, Southwestern-inspired recipes, or crowd-pleasing side dishes.
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Ingredients
- 12 oz Penne pasta
- 1 cup Black beans, rinsed and drained
- 1 cup Fresh corn kernels (or canned, drained)
- 1.5 cups Cherry tomatoes, halved
- 1 medium Red bell pepper, diced
- 1 large Avocado, diced
- 0.25 cup Cilantro, chopped
- 0.25 cup Red onion, finely diced
- 3 tablespoons Lime juice
- 2 tablespoons Olive oil
- 1 teaspoon Ground cumin
- 1 teaspoon Chili powder
- 0.5 teaspoon Salt
- 0.25 teaspoon Black pepper
- 0.5 cup Cotija or feta cheese, crumbled (optional)
Directions
Step 1
Cook the penne pasta according to the package instructions. Drain and rinse under cold water to cool it down. Set aside.
Step 2
In a large mixing bowl, combine the cooked pasta, black beans, corn, cherry tomatoes, red bell pepper, avocado, cilantro, and red onion.
Step 3
In a small bowl, whisk together the lime juice, olive oil, ground cumin, chili powder, salt, and black pepper.
Step 4
Pour the dressing over the pasta mixture and gently toss until everything is well coated.
Step 5
If desired, sprinkle the top with crumbled Cotija or feta cheese for added flavor.
Step 6
Refrigerate for at least 15-20 minutes to allow the flavors to meld before serving.
Step 7
Serve chilled and enjoy your Sombrero Pasta Salad!
Nutrition Facts
| Serving size | (1270.6g) |
|---|
| Amount per serving | % Daily Value* |
|---|---|
| Calories | 1978.7 |
| Total Fat 38.4g | 0% |
| Saturated Fat 5.0g | 0% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat 2.7g | |
| Cholesterol 0mg | 0% |
| Sodium 1275.7mg | 0% |
| Total Carbohydrate 354.0g | 0% |
| Dietary Fiber 39.3g | 0% |
| Total Sugars 25.3g | |
| Protein 67.8g | 0% |
| Vitamin D 0IU | 0% |
| Calcium 146.2mg | 0% |
| Iron 19.2mg | 0% |
| Potassium 2728.1mg | 0% |
Source of Calories