Southwest Pasta Salad

By á-4963

Ingredients

• 1 lb whole grain pasta
• 1 can black beans, drained and rinsed
• 1 small can of corn, drained
• 2 medium tomatoes, seeded and diced
• 6 oz shredded Mexican cheese
• 1 cup salsa
• 1/2 cup olive oil
• 2 limes, juiced
• 1/2 – 1 teaspoon cumin
• 1-2 teaspoons chili powder
• 2 garlic cloves, minced
• freshly ground salt & pepper
• 1/2 cup chopped fresh cilantro
• 1 avocado, diced

Preparation

Step 1

Cook the pasta al dente according to package directions. Drain pasta, do not rinse. In a large bowl, combine the black beans, corn, tomatoes, salsa, and cheese. Add the cooled pasta and mix well.
In a small bowl, whisk together the olive oil, lime juice, garlic, cumin, and chili powder. Pour over the pasta salad, add the cilantro, and mix well. Season to taste with salt & pepper. Keep refrigerated until serving. Just before serving, add the diced avocado and stir well.