20-Minute Simple Black Bean Pasta Salad
If you’re in search of a quick, nutritious meal that bursts with flavor, look no further than this 20-Minute Simple Black Bean Pasta Salad. This delightful dish combines hearty fusilli pasta with protein-rich black beans, sweet corn, and vibrant cherry tomatoes for a colorful and satisfying experience. Tossed in a zesty Greek yogurt lime dressing, this salad is perfect for busy weeknights or leisurely picnics. Best of all, it’s incredibly versatile—enjoy it as a main course or a side dish at your next gathering. With its fresh taste and easy preparation, this salad is bound to become a staple in your kitchen!
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Total Time: 20 minutes
- Yield: Serves approximately 4
- Category: Salad
- Method: Mixing
- Cuisine: Mexican
Ingredients
Scale
- 8 oz Fusilli Pasta
- 1 can Canned Black Beans (Drained)
- 1 can Canned Sweet Corn (Drained)
- 1 cup Cherry Tomatoes (Halved)
- 1 cup Wild Arugula
- ¼ cup Extra Virgin Olive Oil
- 4 Limes (Juiced)
- 8 oz Greek Yogurt
- 1 clove Fresh Garlic
- Fresh Cilantro
Instructions
- Cook the fusilli pasta in heavily salted boiling water according to package instructions until al dente. Drain and rinse under cold water.
- In a bowl, whisk together olive oil, lime juice, Greek yogurt, minced garlic, peppercorn, cumin powder (optional), and salt until smooth.
- In a large mixing bowl, combine the cooked pasta with black beans, sweet corn, cherry tomatoes, arugula, and cilantro.
- Pour the dressing over the salad and toss gently to ensure everything is evenly coated.
- Serve immediately or allow it to chill for about 30 minutes for enhanced flavors.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 280
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 400mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 37g
- Fiber: 9g
- Protein: 10g
- Cholesterol: 10mg