Chipotle Lime Pasta Salad Recipe
A smoky, tangy, and creamy Chipotle Lime Pasta Salad perfect for any occasion.
Ingredients
- 2 cup cooked pasta (penne or rotini)
- 1/2 cup cherry tomatoes (halved)
- 1/4 cup red bell pepper (diced)
- 1/4 cup corn kernels
- 1/4 cup black beans (rinsed and drained)
- 1/4 cup red onion (finely chopped)
- 1/4 cup cilantro (chopped)
- 1/2 cup Greek yogurt or mayonnaise
- 2 tbsp chipotle peppers in adobo sauce (finely chopped)
- 1 tbsp lime juice
- 1 tsp honey
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- 1/2 tsp cumin
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 1/4 cup shredded cheese (optional)
Instructions
- Cook pasta according to package instructions. Drain and let cool.
- In a large mixing bowl, combine cherry tomatoes, bell pepper, corn, black beans, red onion, and cilantro.
- In a separate bowl, whisk together Greek yogurt (or mayo), chipotle peppers, lime juice, honey, garlic powder, cumin, salt, and pepper until smooth.
- Add the cooled pasta to the vegetable mixture and pour the dressing over it.
- Toss well to combine all ingredients evenly.
- Top with shredded cheese if desired and refrigerate for 15 minutes before serving.
- Serve chilled and enjoy!
Notes
- Adjust chipotle quantity based on spice preference.
- For a dairy-free version, use vegan mayo or avocado dressing.