Description
Elevate your gatherings with this vibrant Mexican Macaroni Salad that brings together the comforting texture of macaroni and the lively flavors of Mexico. Featuring a colorful mix of black beans, sweet corn, diced bell peppers, and cherry tomatoes, this easy-to-make salad is dressed in a creamy lime-infused sauce that promises to tantalize your taste buds. Perfect for barbecues, potlucks, or a quick family dinner, this dish can be prepared in under 30 minutes! With its delightful crunch and zesty notes, it’s sure to become a favorite among both kids and adults.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 cups elbow macaroni
- 1 can (15 oz) black beans, rinsed and drained
- 1 cup sweet corn (frozen or canned)
- 1 cup diced bell peppers (mixed colors)
- 1 cup halved cherry tomatoes
- ½ cup sour cream
- ½ cup mayonnaise
- Juice of 1 lime
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- 1. Cook the macaroni according to package instructions in salted boiling water until al dente. Drain and rinse under cold water.
- 2. While the pasta cooks, chop the bell peppers and halve the cherry tomatoes.
- 3. In a large bowl, combine cooled macaroni, black beans, corn, bell peppers, and cherry tomatoes.
- 4. In another bowl, whisk together sour cream, mayonnaise, lime juice, salt, and pepper until smooth.
- 5. Pour dressing over the macaroni mixture and gently toss to coat evenly. Adjust seasonings if needed.
- 6. Cover with plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least one hour before serving.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Salad
- Method: Mixing
- Cuisine: Mexican
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup / 240g
- Calories: 290
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 360mg
- Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 35g
- Fiber: 6g
- Protein: 9g
- Cholesterol: 20mg