Healthy Black Bean and Corn Pasta Salad with Creamy Lime Dressing
A vibrant and nutritious pasta salad featuring black beans, corn, and a tangy lime dressing, perfect for any meal.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 25 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings
- Category: Salad
- Method: Mixing
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
Scale
- 8 oz rotini pasta
- 1 can (15 oz) black beans, drained and rinsed
- 1 cup sweet corn, frozen or canned
- 2 cups fresh spinach, chopped
- 1/2 cup Greek yogurt
- 1/4 cup freshly squeezed lime juice
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Cilantro, diced avocado, or feta cheese for garnish (optional)
Instructions
- Cook the pasta according to package instructions until al dente, then drain and let cool.
- Combine the cooled rotini with black beans, sweet corn, and fresh spinach in a large bowl.
- Make the creamy lime dressing by whisking together Greek yogurt, lime juice, salt, and pepper in a separate bowl.
- Pour the dressing over the pasta mixture and gently toss to combine.
- Serve immediately or refrigerate for about 30 minutes to enhance the flavors.
Notes
Great for meal prepping and customizable with your favorite veggies or proteins.