Description
Black Bean and Corn Pasta Salad with Lime Greek Yogurt is a vibrant and refreshing dish that brings together the flavors of summer. This easy-to-make salad features tender pasta tossed with protein-rich black beans, sweet corn, and zesty lime-infused Greek yogurt, making it perfect for picnics, barbecues, or casual dinners. It’s visually appealing and bursting with flavor, ensuring every bite is a delightful experience.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 cups fusilli pasta
- 1 can (15 oz) black beans, rinsed and drained
- 1 cup sweet corn (fresh or frozen)
- 1 cup bell peppers, diced (mixed colors)
- 1/4 cup fresh lime juice
- 1 cup plain Greek yogurt
- 1/4 cup fresh cilantro, chopped
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Boil salted water in a large pot. Add fusilli and cook until al dente according to package instructions. Drain and rinse under cold water.
- Chop the bell peppers and rinse the black beans thoroughly.
- In a bowl, combine Greek yogurt, lime juice, garlic powder, salt, and pepper. Whisk until smooth.
- In a large bowl, mix cooled pasta with black beans, corn, bell peppers, cilantro, and dressing. Toss gently until well coated.
- Cover the salad and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes before serving.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Salad
- Method: Mixing
- Cuisine: Mexican
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (approximately 210g)
- Calories: 280
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 320mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 46g
- Fiber: 10g
- Protein: 12g
- Cholesterol: 5mg