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Vegan Southwest Pasta Salad

Vegan Southwest Pasta Salad: A Vibrant Summer Delight

Enjoy a vibrant Vegan Southwest Pasta Salad, a quick and customizable dish perfect for summer gatherings.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Chilling Time 30 minutes
Total Time 55 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Salad
Cuisine: Southwestern, Vegan
Calories: 290

Ingredients
  

For the Salad
  • 8 oz Vegan-friendly pasta whole wheat or gluten-free
  • 1 can Black beans rinsed and drained
  • 1 cup Fire-roasted corn fresh or frozen
  • 1 cup Cherry tomatoes halved
  • 1 medium Red bell pepper diced
  • 1/4 cup Red onion diced
For the Creamy Dressing
  • 1 cup Cashews soaked
  • 2 tbl Lime juice or lemon juice
  • 1 tbl Chipotle peppers in adobo sauce or chili powder
  • 1 tsp Garlic powder or fresh garlic
  • 1 tsp Cumin or smoked paprika

Equipment

  • Large Pot
  • high-speed blender
  • large mixing bowl

Method
 

Preparation Steps
  1. Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Cook the pasta according to package instructions, usually 8-10 minutes. Drain and rinse under cold water.
  2. In a blender, combine soaked cashews, lime juice, chipotle peppers, garlic powder, cumin, and a pinch of salt. Blend until smooth, adding water if necessary.
  3. In a large mixing bowl, add cooled pasta, black beans, corn, halved tomatoes, diced bell pepper, and onion. Toss to combine.
  4. Pour the dressing over the salad mixture and fold gently until everything is coated.
  5. Cover and chill in the refrigerator for at least 30 minutes before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 290kcalCarbohydrates: 45gProtein: 10gFat: 9gSaturated Fat: 1.5gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 5gSodium: 300mgPotassium: 600mgFiber: 8gSugar: 2gVitamin A: 1200IUVitamin C: 30mgCalcium: 40mgIron: 3mg

Notes

Soak cashews for a smoother dressing. Customize ingredients for personal taste.

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