CALICO PASTA SALAD

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Who would think to put Ro-Tel in a pasta salad? This is very flavorful and filling, and it's a healthier meal that's inexpensive (I think it came with some coupons in the mail). Yum!

Provided by AmyZoe

Categories     Low Cholesterol

Time 30m

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 11

1 cup whole wheat penne, uncooked
10 ounces Ro-Tel tomatoes (and green chilies)
15 ounces black beans, rinsed and drained (ranch style)
1 cup frozen whole kernel corn
1/2 cup monterey jack pepper cheese, diced
1/2 cup celery, sliced
2 green onions, thinly sliced
1/3 cup light Italian dressing
1 orange (peeled and sliced)
1 avocado, peeled
lettuce leaf, sliced

Steps:

  • Prepare pasta according to package directions.
  • Drain and rinse with cold water.
  • Combine pasta, undrained tomatoes, beans, corn, cheese, celery, and onions in medium bowl.
  • Add dressing and mix well.
  • Cover and refrigerate at least 1hour before serving.
  • Serve pasta salad with orange and avocado slices on lettuce leaves alongside.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 427.2, Fat 15.8, SaturatedFat 4.3, Cholesterol 12.8, Sodium 530.8, Carbohydrate 59.8, Fiber 14.7, Sugar 4.9, Protein 17.6

Kalel Khantavong
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This is the perfect salad for a summer barbecue.


DarkMatter5565
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I love the colors in this salad. It's so festive and fun.


[email protected] Raza123456
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This is the perfect salad for a potluck or picnic. It's easy to make and it travels well.


Ayaz Baloch
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This salad is so easy to make and it's always a hit with my family and friends. I usually double the recipe because it goes so fast.


T - music - 100K - TV
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This salad is delicious! I love the creamy dressing and the combination of flavors and textures.


Jam Shohib
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This salad is so refreshing and light. It's perfect for a summer party.


joanita Wasswa
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I love the combination of flavors in this salad. The sweet grapes and salty ham are a perfect match.


Kutlwano Clementine
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This salad is so easy to make and it's always a hit with my family and friends.


Kalab Daww
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I love the colors in this salad. It's so festive and fun.


Rameez Ansari
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This salad is a great way to use up leftover ham. It's also a great make-ahead dish. I like to make it the night before and let the flavors meld overnight.


Onneetse Phorome
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This is the best pasta salad I've ever had. The dressing is perfect and the ingredients are all so fresh and flavorful.


Mahdi Rocky
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I've never been a fan of pasta salad, but this recipe changed my mind. The combination of flavors and textures is amazing.


nick Müller
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This salad is so easy to make and it's always a hit with my family. I usually double the recipe because it goes so fast.


Adam Guergouer
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I love how versatile this salad is. You can add or remove ingredients to suit your taste. I like to add some chopped walnuts or almonds for extra crunch.


Md Soto
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This is the perfect salad for a summer picnic or barbecue. It's light and refreshing, and the colors are so pretty.


Darrell Henderson
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I've made this salad several times now and it's always a crowd-pleaser. It's so easy to make and it's always a hit at parties.


Yaw Nevabroke
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This calico pasta salad was a hit at my last potluck! The colors were so vibrant and the flavors were delicious. I especially loved the combination of the sweet grapes and the salty ham.