A Flavorful Twist: Cowboy Caviar Pasta Salad
Creamy and zesty, Cowboy Caviar Pasta Salad combines vibrant veggies and rich textures, making it a delightful dish for summer gatherings and potlucks.
Ingredients
- 8 oz rotini pasta
- 1 cup black beans drained and rinsed
- 1 cup corn fresh or frozen
- 1 red bell pepper diced
- 1/2 cup red onion finely chopped
- 1/4 cup cilantro chopped
- 1 avocado diced
- 1/4 cup olive oil
- 2 tablespoons apple cider vinegar
- 1 teaspoon chili powder
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Cook the pasta according to package instructions.
- Drain and rinse the pasta under cold water.
- In a large mixing bowl, combine the black beans, corn, bell pepper, red onion, and cilantro.
- In a separate bowl, whisk together the olive oil, apple cider vinegar, chili powder, salt, and pepper.
- Add the cooked pasta to the mixing bowl with the vegetable mixture.
- Pour the dressing over the pasta salad and mix well.
- Gently fold in the diced avocado just before serving.
- Refrigerate the salad for at least 30 minutes before serving.