South of the border style black bean pasta salad. Penne or rigatoni pasta mixed with black beans, cheddar cheese, green onion, salsa, onion, avocado, green pepper, and seasoned with salt and pepper.
Ingredients -
8 ounces Rigatoni or Penne Pasta, cooked, drained and rinsed in cold water
1 (16 ounce) jar Salsa
1 (15 ounce) can Black Beans, rinsed and drained
2 cups (8 ounces) shredded Sharp Cheddar Cheese
1/2 cup chopped Green Pepper
1 small Onion, chopped
1 Fresh Avocado, sliced
1/2 teaspoon Salt
1/8 teaspoon Pepper
Preparation:
1. Add pasta, salsa, black beans, cheddar cheese, green pepper, onion, and avocado to large serving bowl.
2. Season with salt and pepper.
3. Cover and chill 30 minutes before serving.
Pasta Salad Making Tips -
Salsa
Choose a chunky style salsa for extra texture and mild, medium or hot depending on your taste.
Pasta Salad Making Tips -
Sharp Cheddar Cheese
Use a mild cheddar in place of the sharp or substitute with Monterrey Jack or other flavored cheese.
