Zesty Southern Pasta and Bean Salad || Gracefult Kitchen

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Zesty Southern Pasta and Bean Salad

Salad

This pasta and bean salad is a colorful and simple little side dish that's been a big hit at potlucks and picnics. It's easy to prepare, healthy, and delicious!

Ingredients

2 cups dried small pasta shells
⅓ cup Italian-style salad dressing
salt to taste
1 (15 ounce) can pinto beans, rinsed and drained
1 (15 ounce) can black beans, rinsed and drained
1 (15 ounce) can whole kernel corn, drained
3 tomatoes, chopped
1 ½ tablespoons ground cumin
½ tablespoon chili powder
½ teaspoon onion powder
½ teaspoon garlic powder
¼ teaspoon red pepper flakes (Optional)
salt and ground black pepper to taste

Description

Fill a large pot with lightly salted water and bring to a rolling boil. Stir in shells and return to a boil. Cook pasta uncovered, stirring occasionally, until tender yet firm to the bite, 8 to 10 minutes. Drain and rinse shells in cold water; place in a large bowl.
Stir dressing into shells; season with salt. Stir in pinto and black beans. Add corn, tomatoes, cumin, chili powder, onion powder, garlic powder, and pepper flakes. Season with salt and black pepper; stir to combine.
Chill salad in refrigerator until ready to serve.