Go Back
+ servings
Mexican Macaroni Salad

Mexican Macaroni Salad: A Zesty Twist on a Classic Delight

No ratings yet
Mexican Macaroni Salad is a vibrant and zesty twist on a classic dish, combining creamy dressing with flavorful ingredients for a crowd-pleasing side.
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Chill Time 1 hour
Total Time 1 hour 20 minutes
Servings: 6 servings
Course: Salads
Cuisine: Mexican
Calories: 250

Ingredients
  

For the Salad
  • 8 ounces elbow macaroni Cook until just al dente
  • 1 can black beans Drain and rinse
  • 1 cup corn kernels Fresh or frozen
  • 1 medium red bell pepper Diced
  • 2 count green onions Thinly sliced
  • 1/4 cup fresh cilantro Chopped
For the Dressing
  • 1 cup sour cream Or vegan sour cream
  • 1/2 cup mayonnaise Or vegan mayonnaise
  • 3 tablespoons lime juice Freshly squeezed
  • 1 tablespoon taco seasoning Gluten-free if required
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder Adjust to taste
  • 1 teaspoon hot sauce Optional

Equipment

  • large pot
  • Mixing Bowl
  • whisk
  • Spatula

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Bring a large pot of salted water to a rolling boil. Add elbow macaroni and cook for 8-10 minutes, or until al dente. Drain and rinse under cold water. Set aside in a large mixing bowl.
  2. Dice red bell pepper and slice green onions. Drain and rinse black beans and corn. Add all the vegetables to the bowl with the cooled pasta.
  3. In a separate bowl, combine sour cream, mayonnaise, lime juice, taco seasoning, and garlic powder. Whisk until smooth and creamy.
  4. Pour the dressing over the pasta and vegetable mixture. Gently toss everything together.
  5. Cover the bowl and refrigerate the salad for at least one hour.
  6. After chilling, stir the salad. Adjust seasoning if desired and serve cold.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 250kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 8gFat: 11gSaturated Fat: 2gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 3gCholesterol: 15mgSodium: 300mgPotassium: 500mgFiber: 7gSugar: 3gVitamin A: 800IUVitamin C: 20mgCalcium: 50mgIron: 1mg

Notes

For optimal flavor, use fresh ingredients and allow the salad to chill for at least an hour before serving. Adjust seasonings to taste after chilling.

Tried this recipe?

Let us know how it was!