MEXICAN INSPIRED NO-MAYO MACARONI AND CHEESE SALAD
First this is a much healthier and lighter version of traditional mayo based macaroni salads. This is such a nice salad for summer BBQ's, pot-lucks, even just dinner with the family. It is not spicy, but has a slight Mexican flair. Sour cream, spices and chopped peppers make this a great salad. I actually have 2 versions of this. I have added some sliced black olives and used Monterey Jack cheese, but my favorite is no olives and a good sharp Cheddar. Serve this with some spicy grilled chicken, burgers, steaks, hot dogs, etc. It is just a nice side dish.
Provided by SarasotaCook
Categories Healthy
Time 30m
Yield 4-8 , 4-8 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 14
Steps:
- Dressing -- In a small bowl, add the salsa, sour cream, lime juice and zest, cilantro, cumin, pinch of salt and pepper. Mix well and refrigerate. NOTE: I start out with 1/2 cup salsa, and 6 tablespoons of sour cream. You can always add more once you dress the salad.
- Pasta -- Simply cook in good salted water according to package directions.
- Vegetables -- In a large bowl, add the chopped green and red pepper, onion and scallions.
- Toss -- Once the past is done, drain and this is one time where I actually rinse my pasta under cold water. Drain well. Add to the bowl with the vegetables and add the dressing and the cheese. Toss well. You can add a bit more sour cream and salsa if necessary. Taste for seasoning and add any more salt and pepper if needed. And remember - this is not a creamy mayo type of salad. This is a healthier light version so there is not as much dressing.
- Serve -- ENJOY!
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vernkeisha jackson
[email protected]This salad is a great way to use up leftover macaroni and cheese. I simply cooked some macaroni and cheese according to the package directions, then let it cool and added the other ingredients. It was a quick and easy way to make a delicious and sati
King Khaskheli
[email protected]This salad was a bit too spicy for my taste, but I think that's because I used a spicy chili powder. Next time, I'll use a milder chili powder or omit it altogether. Other than that, the salad was very flavorful and satisfying.
Edward McFarland
[email protected]I'm always looking for new and creative ways to make macaroni and cheese salad. This recipe definitely fits the bill! The Mexican-inspired flavors were a nice change of pace from the traditional recipe. I especially loved the addition of chili powder
sparrow 2010
[email protected]This salad was a delicious and refreshing side dish for my summer cookout. I loved the combination of sweet corn and black beans. The dressing was also very flavorful. I will definitely be making this salad again.
Erika Armstrong
[email protected]I'm not a big fan of mayonnaise, so I was excited to try this no-mayo macaroni and cheese salad. I was pleasantly surprised at how creamy and flavorful it was! The avocado and Greek yogurt made a great substitute for mayonnaise. I will definitely be
Akinlosotu Victor
[email protected]This is my new favorite macaroni and cheese salad recipe! It's so easy to make and it always turns out perfect. I love the creamy dressing and the flavorful cheese. I've also started adding some cooked chicken or bacon to the salad for extra protein.
Rifat prodhan
[email protected]I was a bit skeptical about this recipe at first, but I'm so glad I tried it! The salad was creamy, cheesy, and had just the right amount of spice. I served it with grilled chicken and it was a delicious and satisfying meal.
Chidi Precious
[email protected]This salad was super easy to make and it turned out so delicious! I used a combination of cheddar and Monterey Jack cheese, and I added some diced tomatoes and cilantro for extra flavor. It was the perfect side dish for my taco night.
rieni
[email protected]I'm not usually a fan of macaroni and cheese salad, but this recipe changed my mind! The combination of flavors and textures was amazing. I especially loved the crunch from the bell pepper and the creamy dressing from the avocado.
Fathi Haya
[email protected]This Mexican inspired macaroni and cheese salad was a hit at my last potluck! I loved the unique twist on a classic dish. The salad was flavorful and satisfying, with just the right amount of spice. I will definitely be making this again.