CREAMY SOUTHWEST RANCH PASTA SALAD RECIPE
Steps:
- Place a large pot of salted water over high heat. Cook the pasta according to the package instructions, then drain and set aside to cool.
- Meanwhile chop all necessary ingredients.
- Set out a large salad bowl. Add in the cooked pasta, black beans, tomatoes, corn, chopped bell pepper, onion, cilantro, olives, and jalapeno.
- In a separate bowl (or measuring pitcher) combine the ranch dressing, lime juice, chili powder, and cumin. Mix well. Then taste, and salt and pepper to taste.
- Mix the dressing into the pasta salad and gently stir until well coated.
- Cover and chill for at least 1 hour. (Allowing the pasta salad ingredients to rest with the dressing longer creates a better overall flavor.)
Nutrition Facts : ServingSize 1 cup, Calories 322 kcal, Carbohydrate 45 g, Protein 9 g, Fat 12 g, SaturatedFat 2 g, Cholesterol 7 mg, Sodium 339 mg, Fiber 6 g, Sugar 3 g
SOUTHWESTERN RANCH PASTA SALAD
Whipping up a great pasta salad while the meat is grilling is easy with Suddenly Salad. Just toss in your favorite veggies, stir and voilà!
Provided by Betty Crocker Kitchens
Categories Lunch
Time 20m
Yield 6
Number Of Ingredients 9
Steps:
- Empty Pasta mix into 3-quart saucepan 2/3 full of boiling water. Gently boil uncovered 12 minutes, stirring occasionally, adding corn during last 2 minutes of cooking.
- Drain pasta and corn; rinse with cold water. Shake to drain well.
- Im medium bowl, stir together seasoning mix, dressing and lime juice. Stir in pasta with corn and remaining ingredients except tortilla chips. Serve salad with tortilla chips. Serve immediately, or refrigerate.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 270, Carbohydrate 34 g, Cholesterol 5 mg, Fat 2, Fiber 3 g, Protein 6 g, SaturatedFat 1 1/2 g, ServingSize 1 Serving, Sodium 840 mg, Sugar 6 g, TransFat 0 g
PASTA SALAD WITH CORN, BACON, AND BUTTERMILK RANCH DRESSING
Perfect pasta picnic salad! With corn, bacon, basil, and buttermilk ranch dressing.
Provided by Elise Bauer
Categories Salad Quick and Easy
Time 30m
Yield 6
Number Of Ingredients 9
Steps:
- Cook the bacon: Cut the bacon into 1/2 inch pieces. Put in a frying pan and heat on medium. Cook until the fat has rendered and the bacon is well browned. Remove bacon to a paper towel lined plate. Note: Do not pour rendered fat down your kitchen sink unless you really like your plumber. Pour it into a jar to use for another cooking purpose or discard.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 256 kcal, Carbohydrate 24 g, Cholesterol 22 mg, Fiber 2 g, Protein 11 g, SaturatedFat 3 g, Sodium 586 mg, Sugar 4 g, Fat 14 g, ServingSize Serves 4 to 6, UnsaturatedFat 0 g
CORN PASTA SALAD
After tasting this cool salad at a family reunion, I immediately asked for the recipe. It has tricolor pasta, sweet corn, juicy tomatoes and crunchy peppers to make it pretty and tasty. -Bernice Morris, Marshfield, Missouri
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Lunch Side Dishes
Time 20m
Yield 10 servings.
Number Of Ingredients 13
Steps:
- In a large bowl, combine the first 7 ingredients. In a jar with a tight-fitting lid, combine the picante sauce, oil, lemon juice, garlic, sugar and salt; shake well. , Pour over pasta mixture and toss to coat. Cover and refrigerate overnight.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 133 calories, Fat 3g fat (1g saturated fat), Cholesterol 0 cholesterol, Sodium 301mg sodium, Carbohydrate 24g carbohydrate (0 sugars, Fiber 3g fiber), Protein 3g protein. Diabetic Exchanges
PASTA SALAD WITH PEAS AND CORN
Great, easy summertime pasta salad with peas and corn. I promise you will be the hit of the party!
Provided by rharejr
Categories Salad 100+ Pasta Salad Recipes Vegetarian Pasta Salad Recipes
Time 35m
Yield 12
Number Of Ingredients 5
Steps:
- Bring a large pot of lightly salted water to a boil; cook pasta at a boil until tender yet firm to the bite, 9 to 12 minutes. Drain and let cool in the refrigerator, at least 15 minutes.
- Mix cooled pasta with ranch dressing, peas, corn, salt, and pepper.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 363.2 calories, Carbohydrate 37.1 g, Cholesterol 10.5 mg, Fat 21.2 g, Fiber 2.9 g, Protein 7.4 g, SaturatedFat 3.3 g, Sodium 411.7 mg, Sugar 4.8 g
GRILLED CORN PASTA SALAD
A perfect warm-weather salad, this colorful dish is especially tasty when sweet corn, tomatoes, and zucchini are in season. The garden-fresh ingredients are lightly dressed in mild basil vinegar and oil, plus a blend of other herbs and seasonings. -Taste of Home Test Kitchen
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Lunch
Time 45m
Yield 8 servings.
Number Of Ingredients 13
Steps:
- Carefully peel back corn husks to within 1 in. of bottom; remove silk. Rewrap corn in husks and secure with kitchen string. Place in a stockpot; cover with cold water. Soak for 20 minutes; drain. , Grill corn, covered, over medium heat for 25-30 minutes or until tender, turning often. , Meanwhile, cook pasta according to package directions; drain and rinse in cold water. When corn is cool enough to handle, remove kernels from cobs and place in a large bowl. Add the pasta, tomatoes, zucchini and olives. , In a small bowl, whisk the remaining ingredients. Pour over salad and toss gently to coat. Cover and refrigerate until serving.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 164 calories, Fat 6g fat (1g saturated fat), Cholesterol 0 cholesterol, Sodium 382mg sodium, Carbohydrate 27g carbohydrate (0 sugars, Fiber 3g fiber), Protein 5g protein. Diabetic Exchanges
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