Description
Looking for a fresh and flavorful dish to elevate your summer gatherings? This Mexican Macaroni Salad Recipe combines the classic comfort of macaroni salad with vibrant Mexican ingredients, making it a standout side for BBQs, potlucks, or casual lunches. Featuring roasted corn, black beans, bell peppers, and a creamy dressing infused with lime and spices, this salad delivers a zesty kick in every bite. Not only is it easy to prepare in just 30 minutes, but it’s also customizable to cater to your taste preferences. Whether you enjoy it on its own or paired with grilled meats, this colorful salad will surely impress your guests!
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb elbow macaroni
- 2 ears fresh corn (or 1 cup canned/frozen)
- 1 cup black beans (drained and rinsed)
- 1 green bell pepper (diced)
- 1/2 medium red onion (finely chopped)
- 3/4 cup Greek yogurt (or mayonnaise)
- Juice of 1 lime
- Seasonings: chili powder, cumin, garlic
Instructions
- Cook macaroni in salted boiling water until al dente; drain and rinse under cold water.
- Roast corn on a grill or in an oven until browned; let cool before cutting off kernels.
- Blend dressing ingredients until smooth.
- In a large bowl, combine pasta, corn, black beans, bell pepper, onion, and toss with dressing.
- Chill for at least 30 minutes before serving; adjust seasoning as needed.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Salad
- Method: Boiling, Grilling
- Cuisine: Mexican
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (about 240g)
- Calories: 250
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 350mg
- Fat: 8g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 38g
- Fiber: 7g
- Protein: 10g
- Cholesterol: 5mg