Cheesy Southwest Pasta Salad Recipes

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SOUTHWESTERN PASTA SALAD

I created this southwestern pasta salad for a friend who owns a catering business. I was told it was a hit at her events and it's now among the most-requested dishes. -Valonda Seward, Coarsegold, California

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Lunch

Time 30m

Yield 16 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 18



Southwestern Pasta Salad image

Steps:

  • In a small bowl, whisk the first 8 ingredients until blended. Cook pasta according to package directions. Drain pasta; rinse with cold water., In a large bowl, mix pasta, corn, beans, tomatoes, olives, peppers, onion and 1/4 cup cilantro. Pour dressing over salad; toss to coat. Refrigerate until serving., Just before serving, top with avocado and the remaining cilantro.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 203 calories, Fat 6g fat (1g saturated fat), Cholesterol 0 cholesterol, Sodium 191mg sodium, Carbohydrate 32g carbohydrate (3g sugars, Fiber 4g fiber), Protein 6g protein. Diabetic Exchanges

1/2 cup fresh lime juice
1/4 cup olive oil
2 teaspoons ground cumin
2 garlic cloves, minced
1 tablespoon salsa
1 tablespoon white wine vinegar
3/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper
1/2 teaspoon salt
1 package (16 ounces) uncooked spiral or cavatappi pasta
1-1/2 cups fresh or frozen whole kernel corn, thawed
1 can (15 ounces) black beans, rinsed and drained
1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
2 cans (2-1/4 ounces each) sliced ripe olives, drained
1 small green pepper, finely chopped
1 small sweet red pepper, finely chopped
1 small red onion, finely chopped
1/2 cup coarsely chopped fresh cilantro, divided
1 medium ripe avocado, peeled and sliced

CREAMY, CHEESY PASTA SALAD

I love cheese in a pasta salad - good with BBQ or for a picnic, or any time you want a creamy pasta salad!

Provided by LorenLou

Categories     Cheese

Time 2h20m

Yield 8-10 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 12



Creamy, Cheesy Pasta Salad image

Steps:

  • Gently toss all the salad ingredients together in a large bowl.
  • Set aside.
  • For the dressing, combine the mayonnaise and milk.
  • Then add the sugar and vinegar.
  • Stir well, and season with salt and pepper to taste.
  • Pour the dressing over the salad, and toss gently to combine.
  • Refrigerate at least 2 hours Overnight is even better.

1 (8 ounce) package elbow macaroni, cooked according to package directions and drained
3 dill pickles, finely chopped
3 hard-boiled eggs, finely chopped
2 cups frozen peas, thawed
3 celery ribs, sliced thinly
1/2 medium onion, finely chopped
8 ounces sharp cheddar cheese, diced into 1/4 inch cubes
1 cup mayonnaise (can use low-fat Hellmann's or Kraft)
1/2 cup milk
1/4 cup sugar or 1/4 cup Splenda sugar substitute
1/4 cup cider vinegar
salt and pepper

CHEESY SOUTHWEST PASTA SALAD

Shredded cheddar and black beans give this easy-to-make pasta salad its Southwest-style appeal. Add chopped cilantro and serve chilled.

Provided by My Food and Family

Categories     Recipes

Time 3h15m

Yield 6 servings, about 1 cup each

Number Of Ingredients 7



Cheesy Southwest Pasta Salad image

Steps:

  • Mix dressing and salsa until blended.
  • Combine remaining ingredients in large bowl. Add dressing mixture; toss to coat.
  • Refrigerate several hours or until chilled.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 260, Fat 9 g, SaturatedFat 3 g, TransFat 0 g, Cholesterol 10 mg, Sodium 320 mg, Carbohydrate 0 g, Fiber 5 g, Sugar 0 g, Protein 10 g

1/3 cup KRAFT Peppercorn Ranch Dressing
1/3 cup TACO BELL® Thick & Chunky Medium Salsa
4 cups cooked small shaped pasta
1 cup black beans, rinsed
8 green onions, sliced
1/2 cup KRAFT Shredded Cheddar Cheese
2 Tbsp. chopped fresh cilantro

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