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Jalapeno Ranch Pasta Salad

Jalapeno Ranch Pasta Salad
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Jalapeno Ranch Pasta Salad is a vibrant and flavorful dish that brings a spicy twist to your table. Perfect for summer barbecues, picnics, or as a delightful side for weeknight dinners, this salad features a creamy jalapeno ranch dressing that perfectly complements fresh vegetables and protein-rich black beans. With its colorful ingredients and zesty flavor profile, this pasta salad is sure to impress your guests and satisfy your cravings. Easy to prepare ahead of time, it allows the flavors to meld beautifully, making it a go-to recipe for any occasion.

Ingredients

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  • 3 jalapenos (stems removed and seeded)
  • 1 packet dry ranch dressing mix
  • 1 cup mayonnaise
  • 1 cup milk
  • 1 lb fusilli/rotini pasta
  • 1 can black beans (15 oz, rinsed and drained)
  • 1 cucumber (peeled and chopped)
  • 1 red pepper (seeded and diced)
  • 3 plum tomatoes (chopped)
  • 1 cup corn
  • 6 green onions (chopped)
  • juice from 1 lime

Instructions

  1. Prepare the Dressing: In a food processor, blend milk, mayonnaise, ranch seasoning, and jalapenos until smooth. Refrigerate for at least 20 minutes.
  2. Cook the Pasta: Boil pasta according to package directions; add black beans during the last minute of cooking. Drain and rinse with cold water.
  3. Combine Vegetables: In a large bowl, mix cucumbers, red pepper, tomatoes, and corn. Gently fold in the cooked pasta and black beans.
  4. Add Cheese & Seasonings: Mix in cheese, green onions, salt, and pepper until combined.
  5. Mix in Dressing & Chill: Fold in the refrigerated dressing until evenly coated. Refrigerate for at least one hour before serving.

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