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How to Make Mexican Macaroni Salad (Easy Recipe)

A zesty twist on traditional macaroni salad with crunchy veggies and a tangy dressing
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Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Course Side Dish
Cuisine American
Servings 12

Ingredients
  

  • 1 lb. elbow macaroni
  • 1 14 oz. can of corn
  • 2 cups cherry tomatoes halved
  • 1 red bell pepper seeded and diced
  • 1 cup red onion diced
  • 1/2 cup chopped scallions
  • 1/4 cup chopped cilantro

Dressing

  • 1 cup salsa
  • 1 cup sour cream
  • 1/2 cup mayonnaise
  • 1 tsp. cumin
  • 1/2 tsp. chili powder
  • 1/2 tsp. salt
  • juice of 1 lime

Instructions
 

  • Make the dressing: Whisk all ingredients together in a large bowl. Set aside.
  • Cook the macaroni according to package directions for al dente. Drain and rinse with cold water. Set aside.
  • Dice the bell pepper and red onion. Chop the scallions and cilantro. Half the cherry tomatoes.
  • Add cooked macaroni and chopped vegetables into the bowl with the dressing. Gently stir to combine.
Keyword pasta, side dish, summer, vegetarian
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