SOUTHWESTERN SHELL PASTA SALAD

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Potluck Small shells tossed with yummy ingredients. Check it out! Take care when adding the chipotle. Add a touch and taste if more heat is wanted go for it.

Provided by Rita1652

Categories     Pasta Shells

Time 25m

Yield 8 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 15

1/2 lb small shell pasta, Cooked al dente as directed on box and drained and rinsed with cool water
1 cup peas, defrosted
1 cup corn, defrosted
1 cup canned black beans, rinsed and drained
1 cup diced red bell pepper
1/4 cup diced celery
1/3 cup diced slicing pepperoni
1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
1/4 cup diced scallion
1 chipotle pepper, diced
1 garlic clove, minced
1/2 teaspoon cumin
1 cup ranch dressing, low calories
salt and pepper, to taste
2 tablespoons fresh cilantro or 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, minced

Steps:

  • In a large bowl mix all ingredients together.
  • Adding more chipotle and adobo if desired.
  • Chill for 1 hour for flavors to meld.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 384.4, Fat 21.2, SaturatedFat 5.5, Cholesterol 22.9, Sodium 499.4, Carbohydrate 37.7, Fiber 5.3, Sugar 4.5, Protein 11.5

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