Savory Cowboy Caviar Pasta Salad Recipe
Cowboy Caviar Pasta Salad made approachable with clear cues, pantry staples, and flexible swaps.
Ingredients
- 12 oz pasta gems or elbow
- 1 cup black beans drained and rinsed
- 1 cup corn fresh or canned
- 1 bell pepper red or yellow, diced
- 1 avocado diced
- 1/2 red onion finely chopped
- 1/4 cup fresh cilantro chopped
- 1 lime juiced
- 1/4 cup olive oil
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Cook the pasta according to package instructions.
- Drain and rinse the pasta with cold water.
- In a large mixing bowl, combine the cooled pasta, black beans, and corn.
- Add the diced bell pepper, avocado, and red onion to the bowl.
- Fold in the chopped cilantro and lime juice.
- Drizzle the olive oil over the salad and season with salt and pepper.
- Toss the salad gently to combine all ingredients evenly.
- Taste and adjust seasoning if needed.
- Serve immediately or chill in the refrigerator for 30 minutes.