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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Recipe Information
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)
Instructions
Cook the penne pasta according to the package instructions. Drain and rinse under cold water to cool it down. Set aside.
In a large mixing bowl, combine the cooked pasta, black beans, corn, cherry tomatoes, red bell pepper, avocado, cilantro, and red onion.
In a small bowl, whisk together the lime juice, olive oil, ground cumin, chili powder, salt, and black pepper.
Pour the dressing over the pasta mixture and gently toss until everything is well coated.
If desired, sprinkle the top with crumbled Cotija or feta cheese for added flavor.
Refrigerate for at least 15-20 minutes to allow the flavors to meld before serving.
Serve chilled and enjoy your Sombrero Pasta Salad!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1979 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 38.4 g | 49% | |
| Saturated Fat | 5.0 g | 25% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 2.7 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 1276 mg | 55% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 354.0 g | 129% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 39.3 g | 140% | |
| Total Sugars | 25.3 g | ||
| Protein | 67.8 g | 136% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 146 mg | 11% | |
| Iron | 19.2 mg | 107% | |
| Potassium | 2728 mg | 58% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
