BLACK BEAN SUNSHINE PASTA SALAD

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Make and share this Black Bean Sunshine Pasta Salad recipe from Food.com.

Provided by Outta Here

Categories     Oranges

Time 8h30m

Yield 12 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 14

8 ounces tri-color spiral pasta, uncooked
10 ounces frozen peas and carrots
20 ounces pineapple chunks in juice, drain and reserve 1/2 cup juice
1 (15 ounce) can black beans, drained and rinsed
1 cup red bell pepper, sliced thin and cut each slice into 3 pieces
1/2 cup green onion, thinly sliced
2 large oranges, peeled & sectioned (cut sections into 3 pieces each)
1/2 cup orange juice
2 tablespoons wine vinegar (or more to taste)
2 teaspoons honey
2 teaspoons dried basil
1 teaspoon orange zest
1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
salt and pepper, to taste

Steps:

  • Cook pasta according to package directions for the minimum cooking time.
  • Place peas and carrots in a colander.
  • When pasta is done, pour into the colander over peas and carrots. ( the hot water will cook the vegetables slightly.) Drain and place in a large bowl.
  • Add pineapple , beans, bell pepper, onions, and orange sections. Toss to combine.
  • Combine reserved pineapple juice and remaining ingredients. Mix well. Taste to adjust vinegar and salt and pepper. Pour over pasta mixture. Mix gently until well combined.
  • Cover with plastic wrap and chill overnight (8 hours). Mix a few times while chilling.

ALi Hafizabadi
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I'm not a big fan of black bean pasta, but this salad was surprisingly good. I'll definitely be making it again.


Ribca Saber
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This pasta salad is a great way to use up leftover black beans.


Tanisha Barber
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I love the unique flavor of this pasta salad. The black bean pasta gives it a nice nutty flavor.


Shafik Salhani
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This is one of my favorite pasta salad recipes. It's always a hit at parties and potlucks.


Faith Peterson
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This pasta salad is so versatile. I've added different vegetables and proteins to it, and it's always delicious.


Chris Urquhart
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I love how easy this salad is to make. It's perfect for a quick and healthy lunch or dinner.


Nora katrin
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This pasta salad is the perfect summer dish. It's light, refreshing, and full of flavor.


Anum umar
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I've made this salad several times now and it's always a hit. I love the combination of flavors and textures.


Global update
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This pasta salad is so easy to make and it's always a crowd-pleaser. I love that it's healthy and delicious.


ThankGod Vincent
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This is my new favorite summer salad. It's light and refreshing, and the black bean pasta gives it a nice bite.


Ayanda Nkosi
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I'm not usually a fan of black bean pasta, but this salad changed my mind. The flavors are so well balanced and the dressing is amazing.


Raijesh Magar
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This pasta salad was a hit at my last potluck, and everyone was asking for the recipe. I'll definitely be making it again soon!


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