
Southwest Quinoa Pasta Salad
A protein-packed chilled salad combining black beans, corn, and zesty taco-spiced dressing.
⏱ 15 min prep · 10 min cookServes 4490 cal · 16g proteinvegetarianvegandairy freehigh protein
Ingredients
- 400 g penne
- 1 can black beans (canned)
- 1 cup frozen corn
- 1 count red bell pepper
- 2 tbsp taco seasoning
- 3 tbsp olive oil
- 1 count lime
- 0.25 cup cilantro
Instructions
- 1
Cook penne, drain, and rinse with cold water.
- 2
Rinse and drain the black beans.
- 3
Combine the cold pasta, black beans, thawed corn, and diced red bell pepper in a bowl.
- 4
In a small jar, shake together the olive oil, lime juice, and taco seasoning.
- 5
Pour the dressing over the salad, toss well, and top with fresh cilantro.
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