CREAMY LATIN PASTA SALAD

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Provided by Ingrid Hoffmann

Time 55m

Yield 6 to 8 servings

Number Of Ingredients 14

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Ingredients

1 pound rotini pasta (3/4 of a 16-ounce box)
1/2 cup evaporated milk
1/4 cup extra-virgin olive oil
1 cup crumbled feta cheese or queso blanco
1/2 cup fresh cilantro leaves
1 lime, juiced
Salt and freshly ground black pepper
1 cup finely diced ham
1 orange bell pepper, seeded, ribbed, and chopped
1 red bell pepper, seeded, ribbed, and chopped
1 cup frozen peas
1/2 small red onion, thinly sliced
1/2 cup peeled and chopped jicama
1/2 cup pimento stuffed olives

Steps:

Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Add the pasta, stir with a wooden spoon, and cook until tender but not mushy, about 10 minutes. Drain, place in a large bowl and set aside.
While the pasta cooks, combine the evaporated milk, oil, feta, cilantro, lime juice and some salt and pepper in a blender. Puree until the dressing is smooth and creamy.
Place the drained pasta in a large bowl. Add the ham, bell peppers, peas, onions, jicama and olives. Pour the dressing over the pasta and gently mix it into the salad. Cover the bowl with plastic wrap and chill for at least 30 minutes or up to 2 hours before serving.

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Abhishek Rajbhar

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I love that this recipe is so easy to make. I can whip it up in no time.

Ali Hassan94yt

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This pasta salad is a great way to get your kids to eat their vegetables. My kids love it!

Abdo Hassan

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I'm not usually a fan of pasta salad, but this recipe changed my mind. It's so delicious and I love the combination of flavors.

ultraman wolf

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This pasta salad is so refreshing and flavorful. I love that it's not too heavy.

Karen Edmonds

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I've made this pasta salad several times now and it's always a hit. It's perfect for a potluck or a summer barbecue.

Maria Valeria Vlad

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I love the creamy Latin dressing on this pasta salad. It's so flavorful and unique.

Md Simol

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This is a really easy recipe to follow, even for a beginner cook. I made it for my family and they loved it.

Ana Pulido

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This pasta salad is a great way to use up leftover vegetables. I always have a bunch of odds and ends in my fridge and this is a great way to use them up.

Violet Ford

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I love that this recipe is so versatile. I've made it with different types of pasta, vegetables, and even different kinds of dressing. It always turns out delicious.

Elizabeth Tavira

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This is the best pasta salad I've ever had! The dressing is to die for and the vegetables are so fresh and crisp.

Wesley Mudzviti

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I made this pasta salad for a picnic and it was a huge success. The flavors were so well-balanced and everyone loved it.

MEKDES Mekdes

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I'm always looking for new pasta salad recipes and this one definitely fits the bill. It's easy to make and so flavorful. I'll be making it again soon!

MD Haider Rabbi

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This is a great recipe for a light and refreshing meal. I love the combination of sweet corn, black beans, and tomatoes.

MD RAKIBUL ISLAM LIMON

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I made this pasta salad for a barbecue last weekend and it was a hit! Everyone loved the creamy Latin dressing and the variety of vegetables.

Mano aye

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I followed the recipe exactly and it turned out perfectly. The dressing was creamy and tangy, and the pasta was cooked al dente. I highly recommend this recipe!