PICNIC SALAD

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A colorful pasta salad, it works great for picnics and BBQ's. Easy to throw together in a moments notice. It's one of those salads that taste even better days after being made.

Provided by Evans Mommy

Categories Southwestern U.S.

Time 10m

Yield 6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 10

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Ingredients

4 cups cooked pasta, drained and rinsed in cold water (I like the multi-color variety for visual effect)
1 cup chopped green onion
2 cups diced tomatoes
1 (4 ounce) can chopped green chilies, drained
1 cup sweet corn (frozen or canned)
2 tablespoons chopped fresh cilantro
2 tablespoons lime juice
2/3 cup picante sauce or 2/3 cup salsa
mayonnaise
1/2 cup sliced black olives (optional)

Steps:

In salad bowl, combine pasta, onions, tomato, chilies, corn, cilantro, lime juice, salsa, and olives.
Stir to blend.
Add enough mayo to coat ingredients.
Refrigerate a couple of hours before serving.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 172.6, Fat 1.2, SaturatedFat 0.2, Sodium 183.9, Carbohydrate 38.5, Fiber 7.1, Sugar 4.7, Protein 5

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