Best Southwest Pasta Salad Recipes

SOUTHWEST CHICKEN RANCH PASTA SALAD

Steps:

• Fill 3-quart saucepan 2/3 full of water; heat to boiling. Add Pasta. Gently boil, uncovered 12 minutes, stirring occasionally; drain. Rinse with cold water to cool; drain well.
• In small bowl, combine Seasoning mix from packet and mayonnaise. In large bowl, gently toss seasoning mixture, chicken, corn, tomatoes and cheese until mixed; stir in cooked pasta. Top with cilantro, if desired.

SOUTHWEST CHICKEN & PASTA SALAD

Steps:

• 1. In a large skillet over medium heat, cook cubed chicken breast seasoned with 1 tsp southwest seasoning until cooked through.
• 2. While chicken is cooking, cook pasta according to package directions, drain but do not rinse.
• 3. In a very large bowl (need room to get a good mix of ingredients), mix together all of the salad ingredients.
• 4. In a 2 cup measuring cup, mix all of the dressing ingredients with a small whisk until fully combined. Pour dressing mixture over salad mixture in the large bowl. Mix well with a spoon until all of the salad ingredients are coated with dressing.
• 5. I always double this recipe and my son, of course adds shredded cheddar on top! You can vary the amount of vegetables and beans according to what you like.

SOUTHWEST TACO PASTA SALAD

Steps:

• 1. In a large bowl, whisk together oil, lime juice, chili powders, cumin, salt and garlic. Add chicken and place into the refrigerator to allow to sit while pasta cooks, cans are opened and veggies are chopped.
• 2. Cook pasta 8-10 min and drain well. Rinse under cool water to stop cooking process and leave in strainer to completely drain and cool while gathering ingredients.
• 3. To the bowl with the chicken, add pasta and toss to coat. Add in olives, corn, kidney beans, green bell pepper and 1/4c of the cilantro. Refrigerate or serve immediately. Add cheese and give a quick stir right before serving. Garnish with remaining 1/4c cilantro right before service. This is best making a day prior and tossing in the cheese and topping with the cilantro at the last minute.
• 4. Per 1 cup serving: Calories 292 Total Fat 11.46g Saturated Fat 2.8g Cholesterol 12mg Sodium 275.97mg Total Carbohydrate 30.34g Dietary Fiber 4.2g Sugars 4.24g Protein 15.52g

SPICY SOUTHWEST PASTA SALAD

Steps:

• Cook pasta in salted boiling water until tender.
• Drain pasta and rinse with cold water.
• Combine all remaining ingredients in a large bowl.
• Add pasta and stir until the pasta is coated.
• Refrigerate at least an hour before serving.

SOUTHWEST PASTA SALAD

Steps:

• Empty Pasta mixes into 4-quart saucepan 2/3 full of boiling water. Gently boil uncovered 12 minutes, stirring occasionally.
• Meanwhile, in large bowl, stir together Seasoning mixes, cold water, olive oil, vinegar, cilantro, pepper sauce and cumin.
• Drain pasta; rinse with cold water. Shake to drain well. Add pasta, beans, tomatoes, corn, olives, bell pepper, avocado and cheese to seasoning mixture; toss gently to coat. If desired, serve on a platter lined with lettuce leaves. Serve immediately, or cover and refrigerate until serving.

SOUTHWEST TORTELLINI PASTA SALAD WITH CREAMY SALSA DRESSING

Steps:

• Add all of the Creamy Salsa Dressing ingredients to a blender or food processor and "chop" then puree until smooth, scraping sides down as needed. Add milk, a tablespoon at a time, to reach desired consistency.
• Cook Tortellini in generously salted water just until al dente according to package directions (do NOT overcook - we don't want soggy tortellini). Rinse tortellini in cool water and add to a large serving bowl. Add. corn, bell pepper, tomatoes, black beans, red onion and half of the dressing. Gently toss. Cover and chill in the refrigerator for at least one hour.
• When ready to serve, add avocado, bacon, cheese and the desired amount of dressing to the salad (you may not use all it) and gently toss to combine. Add additional dressing if needed so its nice and creamy. Taste and season with salt and pepper and hot sauce if desired.

SOUTHWEST LAYERED PASTA SALAD

Steps:

• 1. While pasta is cooking, prepare your chopped vegetables. If using canned corn or black beans, just rinse & drain well. Cover & refrigerate until ready to assemble the salad.
• 2. Mix the drained & cooled pasta with some of the salad dressing. Cover and refrigerate if you are not ready to eat.
• 3. When it's time for dinner, layer the pasta, then the vegetables, in a large pasta bowl or individual salad plates.
• 4. Top with crumbled Fritos and shredded cheese.
• 5. Decisions, decisions... Will you top with more salad dressing or possibly salsa & sour cream?
• 6. Whatever you decide, enjoy!

SOUTHWEST PASTA SALAD

Steps:

• 1. Boil pasta as directed on package.
• 2. Rinse and put in a large bowl.
• 3. Add all veggies.
• 4. Combine oil, vinegar, lemon juice, seasonings, and cilantro. Stir into pasta mixture. Let chill a few hours to blend flavors.

SOUTHWEST RANCH PASTA SALAD

Steps:

• Boil pasta until al dente, rinse under cold water and drain well.
• Add remaining ingredients and stir to combine.
• Refrigerate for 30 min to soften bacon bits.
• Enjoy!

SOUTHWEST CHICKEN-PASTA SALAD

Steps:

• Combine ingredients.
• Refrigerate 1 hour.

SOUTHWEST PASTA SALAD

Steps:

• Bring salt and water to a boil in a large dutch oven.
• In your colander pour package of Bird's Eye Recipe Ready Southwestern blend.
• Once water boils add pasta and cook 7 minutes.
• Pour over veggies in colander.
• Shake colander to drain well and add to plastic storage container.
• Pour dressing over pasta and veggies. Add salt, pepper and garlic to taste. Refrigerate 30 minutes.
• Add green onion, cilantro, and cheese. Stir to combine and serve. Refresh with a couple tablespoons of dressing if desired. Enjoy!

SOUTHWEST PASTA SALAD

Steps:

• Empty Pasta mixes into 4-quart saucepan 2/3 full of boiling water. Gently boil uncovered 12 minutes, stirring occasionally.
• Meanwhile, in large bowl, stir together Seasoning mixes, cold water, olive oil, vinegar, cilantro, pepper sauce and cumin.
• Drain pasta; rinse with cold water. Shake to drain well. Add pasta, beans, tomatoes, corn, olives, bell pepper, avocado and cheese to seasoning mixture; toss gently to coat. If desired, serve on a platter lined with lettuce leaves. Serve immediately, or cover and refrigerate until serving.

SOUTHWEST PASTA SALAD

Steps:

• Cook pasta as directed on package, omitting salt; drain. Cool.
• Combine beans, vegetables and cheese in large bowl.
• Add pasta and dressing; mix lightly.