Best 8 How To Make The Perfect Black Bean Pasta Salad Recipes

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Summer is the perfect time to enjoy a light and refreshing pasta salad, and black bean pasta salad is a delicious and healthy option. Loaded with protein-packed black beans, crisp vegetables, and a tangy dressing, this salad is sure to be a hit at your next potluck or picnic. It's also a great make-ahead meal, so you can enjoy it all week long. With just a few simple ingredients and a little bit of time, you can easily create the perfect black bean pasta salad that your friends and family will love.

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BLACK BEAN PASTA SALAD



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Cooking healthy doesn't mean you have to spend hours in a hot kitchen. Debbie Terenzini-Wilkerson serves a low-fat, fuss-free fiesta at her Lusby, Maryland home by simply combining a refrigerating a few tasty ingredients.

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Lunch

Time 15m

Yield 9 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 8

8 ounces rigatoni or penne pasta
1 jar (16 ounces) salsa
1 can (15 ounces) black beans, rinsed and drained
2 cups shredded reduced-fat Mexican cheese blend
1/2 cup chopped green pepper
1 small onion, chopped
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/8 teaspoon pepper

Steps:

  • Cook pasta according to package directions; drain and rinse in cold water. Place in a bowl; stir in the remaining ingredients. Cover and refrigerate for 30 minutes before serving.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 221 calories, Fat 6g fat (3g saturated fat), Cholesterol 18mg cholesterol, Sodium 635mg sodium, Carbohydrate 29g carbohydrate (4g sugars, Fiber 5g fiber), Protein 13g protein. Diabetic Exchanges

EASY BLACK BEAN TACO SALAD



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Perfect for busy nights! My family asks for this weekly. Optional add-ins: sliced avocado, guacamole, and black olives.

Provided by TZYGANIA

Categories     Salad     Taco Salad Recipes

Time 35m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 10

1 pound ground beef
1 envelope taco seasoning mix
¾ cup water
1 (15 ounce) can black beans, drained
1 head romaine lettuce, shredded
1 (8 ounce) jar salsa
2 tomatoes, diced
2 cups shredded Mexican cheese blend
8 ounces sour cream
1 (10 ounce) bag tortilla chips

Steps:

  • Brown ground beef in a skillet over medium heat until crumbly and no longer pink, about 8 minutes; stir in taco mix and water. Cook beef mixture until thickened, about 10 more minutes.
  • Place black beans into a saucepan and bring to a simmer over medium heat.
  • Spread 1/4 of the beef mixture on a serving plate and top with 1/4 of the black beans. Repeat with remaining ingredients to make 4 salads. Spread separate layers of romaine lettuce, salsa, tomatoes, and cheese over the salads. Generously garnish with sour cream and tortilla chips.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 1038.7 calories, Carbohydrate 83.7 g, Cholesterol 143.8 mg, Fat 58.6 g, Fiber 14.6 g, Protein 47.2 g, SaturatedFat 26.8 g, Sodium 2127.8 mg, Sugar 6.9 g

BLACK BEAN SALAD



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This salad is a kaleidoscope of color and taste - black beans, yellow corn, green peppers, and red, red tomatoes. Lime juice, garlic and jalapeno give it some punch. It can also be used as a dip with tortilla chips.

Provided by Merle Shinpoch

Categories     Salad     Vegetable Salad Recipes

Time 20m

Yield 12

Number Of Ingredients 12

1 (15 ounce) can black beans, rinsed and drained
2 (15 ounce) cans whole kernel corn, drained
8 green onions, chopped
2 jalapeno peppers, seeded and minced
1 green bell pepper, chopped
1 avocado - peeled, pitted, and diced
1 (4 ounce) jar pimentos
3 tomatoes, seeded and chopped
1 cup chopped fresh cilantro
1 lime, juiced
½ cup Italian salad dressing
½ teaspoon garlic salt

Steps:

  • In a large bowl, combine the black beans, corn, green onions, jalapeno peppers, bell pepper, avocado, pimentos, tomatoes, cilantro, lime juice, and Italian dressing. Season with garlic salt. Toss, and chill until serving.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 159 calories, Carbohydrate 24.2 g, Fat 6.3 g, Fiber 5.7 g, Protein 5 g, SaturatedFat 0.9 g, Sodium 561.9 mg, Sugar 5 g

SOUTHWESTERN BLACK BEAN PASTA SALAD



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When I first served this jazzed-up pasta salad for my mom's birthday dinner, it was so well-received that I couldn't wait to make it again! Chose the flavor of salsa to suit your family's taste.

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Lunch

Time 20m

Yield 9 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 9

8 ounces uncooked spiral pasta
1 can (15 ounces) black beans, rinsed and drained
3/4 cup chopped sweet red pepper
3/4 cup chopped green pepper
1/2 cup chopped red onion
SALAD DRESSING:
1 cup ranch salad dressing
1 cup salsa
1/8 to 1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper

Steps:

  • Cook pasta according to package directions. Rinse in cold water; drain. In a large salad bowl, combine the pasta, black beans, peppers and onion. Combine the salad dressing, salsa and cayenne. Pour over pasta mixture; toss to coat. Cover and refrigerate for 1 hour or until chilled.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 282 calories, Fat 15g fat (2g saturated fat), Cholesterol 4mg cholesterol, Sodium 412mg sodium, Carbohydrate 31g carbohydrate (4g sugars, Fiber 3g fiber), Protein 6g protein.

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.

BLACK BEAN PASTA SALAD



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Shell macaroni, black beans, corn and chopped celery are just a few of the reasons this pasta salad is as colorful as it is tasty.

Provided by My Food and Family

Categories     Recipes

Time 3h15m

Yield 4 servings, about 1 cup each

Number Of Ingredients 7

2 cups shell macaroni, uncooked
1 can (15 oz.) black beans, drained, rinsed
1 can (7 oz.) corn, drained
1 can (4 oz.) chopped green chiles, drained
1/2 cup chopped celery
1/2 cup chopped onion
1/4 cup KRAFT Mayonesa con Limón

Steps:

  • Cook macaroni as directed on pkg.; drain.
  • Add remaining ingredients; mix lightly. Cover.
  • Refrigerate several hours or until chilled.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 410, Fat 12 g, SaturatedFat 2 g, TransFat 0 g, Cholesterol 10 mg, Sodium 180 mg, Carbohydrate 63 g, Fiber 9 g, Sugar 6 g, Protein 14 g

THREE-BEAN PASTA SALAD



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Easy and summery, this Three-Bean Pasta Salad is a side that's great for your next cookout or picnic.

Provided by Martha Stewart

Categories     Food & Cooking     Salad Recipes

Number Of Ingredients 11

Salt and pepper
6 ounces small pasta shells
3/4 pound green beans, trimmed and cut into thirds
2 tablespoons Dijon mustard
1/3 cup red-wine vinegar
2 tablespoons honey
1/2 cup extra-virgin olive oil
1 can (15.5 ounces) pinto beans, rinsed and drained
1 can (15.5 ounces) chickpeas, rinsed and drained
4 scallions (white parts only), thinly sliced
5 stalks celery, thinly sliced

Steps:

  • In a large pot of boiling salted water, cook pasta 3 minutes less than package instructions. Add green beans and cook 3 minutes more. Drain and rinse with cold water.
  • In a medium bowl, combine mustard, vinegar, honey, and oil. Add pasta mixture, pinto beans, chickpeas, scallions, and celery; toss gently. Season with salt and pepper.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 348 g, Fat 15 g, Fiber 8 g, Protein 9 g, SaturatedFat 2 g

HOW TO MAKE THE PERFECT BLACK BEAN PASTA SALAD



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For all the gluten free foodies out there, black bean pasta is a true life savior. As you know from my social media, I am a big fan of bean pasta, from red lentil maccheroni, to chickpea fusilli and black bean spaghetti... And today's post is all about showing you a quick tip on how to make the perfect sauce for a Black Bean Pasta Salad! This recipe is so easy and quick to make that I always keep it as a secret weapon whenever I only have a little time to fix a meal. Ciao!! Ambra

Provided by littlebitesofbeauty

Categories     Lunch/Snacks

Time 18m

Yield 2 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 10

150 g spaghetti (Black Bean)
1 avocado (ripe)
3 g salt (Himalayan)
1/4 red onion (minced)
1 sprig fresh cilantro, finely chopped
1 dash black pepper
1/4 tomatoes (chopped)
1/2 teaspoon chili flakes
8 cherry tomatoes
1 tablespoon olive oil

Steps:

  • 1. Boil pasta in salted water for about 6 to 8 minutes.
  • 2. In the meantime prepare the guacamole.
  • 3. Peel and mash the avocado in a bowl. Add in all the herbs and spices and mix well.
  • 4. Finely chop the onion, remove the seeds and pulp from the tomato, chop it and add them both in the avocado bowl.
  • 5. Strain the pasta, place it in a bowl and top it with dollops of guacamole.
  • 6. Lastly, garnish your dish with halved cherry tomatoes and a touch of olive oil! Enjoy!

Nutrition Facts : Calories 564, Fat 23.1, SaturatedFat 3.4, Sodium 610.3, Carbohydrate 78.2, Fiber 11.3, Sugar 5.8, Protein 14.3

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Tips for Making the Perfect Black Bean Pasta Salad

* Use high-quality ingredients. Fresh, ripe vegetables and flavorful cheese will make a big difference in the taste of your salad. * Cook the pasta al dente. This means that it should be still slightly firm to the bite. * Rinse the pasta with cold water after cooking. This will help to stop the cooking process and prevent the pasta from sticking together. * Toss the pasta with a vinaigrette dressing. A simple vinaigrette made with olive oil, vinegar, and salt and pepper is all you need. * Add your favorite vegetables, beans, and cheese. Some popular additions include corn, bell peppers, avocado, black beans, and feta cheese. * Season the salad to taste. Add additional salt, pepper, or herbs as desired. * Serve the salad immediately or chill it for later. Black bean pasta salad is a great make-ahead dish. ###

Conclusion

Black bean pasta salad is a delicious and healthy dish that is perfect for a summer picnic or potluck. It is also a great way to use up leftover pasta. With a few simple tips, you can make the perfect black bean pasta salad every time. Enjoy your delicious and healthy black bean pasta salad!

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