Zesty Southern Pasta and Bean Salad

Name: Zesty Southern Pasta and Bean Salad
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 10 min
Total time: 25 min
Yield: 8
Ingredients: 2 cups small seashell pasta; 0.33333298563957 cup Italian-style salad dressing; salt to taste; 1 (15 ounce) can pinto beans; 1 (15 ounce) can black beans; 1 (15 ounce) can whole kernel corn, drained; 3 tomatoes, chopped; 1.5 tablespoons ground cumin; 0.5 tablespoon chili powder; 0.5 teaspoon onion powder; 0.5 teaspoon garlic powder; 0.25 teaspoon dried red pepper flakes; salt and pepper to taste

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This pasta and bean salad is a colorful and simple little side dish that's been a big hit at potlucks and picnics. It's easy to prepare, healthy, and delicious!

Submitted by kytana

Updated on December 24, 2024

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Prep Time:

15 mins

Cook Time:

10 mins

Total Time:

25 mins

Servings:

8

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Original recipe (1X) yields 8 servings

2 cups dried small pasta shells
⅓ cup Italian-style salad dressing
salt to taste
1 (15 ounce) can pinto beans, rinsed and drained
1 (15 ounce) can black beans, rinsed and drained
1 (15 ounce) can whole kernel corn, drained
3 tomatoes, chopped
1 ½ tablespoons ground cumin
½ tablespoon chili powder
½ teaspoon onion powder
½ teaspoon garlic powder
¼ teaspoon red pepper flakes (Optional)
salt and ground black pepper to taste

Directions

Fill a large pot with lightly salted water and bring to a rolling boil. Stir in shells and return to a boil. Cook pasta uncovered, stirring occasionally, until tender yet firm to the bite, 8 to 10 minutes. Drain and rinse shells in cold water; place in a large bowl.
Stir dressing into shells; season with salt. Stir in pinto and black beans. Add corn, tomatoes, cumin, chili powder, onion powder, garlic powder, and pepper flakes. Season with salt and black pepper; stir to combine.
Chill salad in refrigerator until ready to serve.

78 home cooks made it!

Nutrition Facts (per serving)

267	Calories
5g	Fat
49g	Carbs
11g	Protein

Nutrition Facts
Servings Per Recipe 8
Calories 267
% Daily Value *
Total Fat 5g	6%
Saturated Fat 1g	4%
Sodium 643mg	28%
Total Carbohydrate 49g	18%
Dietary Fiber 8g	29%
Total Sugars 5g
Protein 11g	22%
Vitamin C 9mg	9%
Calcium 61mg	5%
Iron 4mg	21%
Potassium 525mg	11%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.

** Nutrient information is not available for all ingredients. Amount is based on available nutrient data.

(-) Information is not currently available for this nutrient. If you are following a medically restrictive diet, please consult your doctor or registered dietitian before preparing this recipe for personal consumption.

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