Tuesday, October 5, 2010

Southwestern Pasta Salad

1/2 small shell pasta or macaroni
1 small can Green Giant Mexican style corn
3 green onions, chopped, green included
1 C chopped bell peppers (red, green, yellow, or mixture)
1 15 oz can of red, kidney, pinto, or black beans, drained and rinsed
1 15 oz can of diced tomatoes with green chili or jalapeno
2 Tbsp chopped canned jalapenos
1/2 C cooked, diced zucchini
2 Tbsp vegetable oil
3 Tbsp lemon juice
2 tsp ground cumin
1/3 C chopped fresh cilantro

Bring a large pot of water to a boil. Cook the pasta for 10-12 minutes. While pasta is cooking, combine the green onions, peppers, corn, beans, tomatoes, jalapenos, zucchini,oil, lemon juice, cilantro, and cumin in a large bowl. When pasta is done, drain and rinse in cold water. Mix in with the rest of the ingredients. Add salt to taste. Chill and serve!

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