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Cowboy Pasta Salad

Delicious Cowboy Pasta Salad with Chipotle Beef Bowtie Recipe

Enjoy a vibrant and flavorful Cowboy Pasta Salad featuring chipotle beef and bowtie pasta for a perfect meal.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Resting Time 5 minutes
Total Time 40 minutes
Servings: 6 servings
Course: Salads
Cuisine: American
Calories: 450

Ingredients
  

Dressing
  • 1/2 cup extra-virgin olive oil
  • 1/2 cup fresh lime juice
  • 1 Tbsp. finely chopped chipotle chiles in adobo
  • 1 tsp. finely chopped chipotle chiles in adobo
  • 1/2 tsp. honey
  • 1/2 tsp. kosher salt
Pasta Dish
  • 1 lb. bowtie pasta
  • 1 lb. ground beef
  • 1 tsp. chili powder
  • 1/2 tsp. garlic powder
  • 1/2 tsp. ground cumin
  • 1/2 tsp. onion powder
  • 1/2 tsp. smoked paprika
  • 6 oz. Monterey Jack shredded (about 1 1/2 c.)
  • 4 scallions thinly sliced
  • 1/2 small red onion thinly sliced (optional)
  • 1 can black beans drained, rinsed (15-oz. can)
  • 1 can corn drained (15-oz. can)
  • 1 pt. cherry tomatoes halved

Equipment

  • large pot
  • large skillet
  • whisk
  • large bowl

Method
 

Preparation
  1. In a small bowl, whisk together oil, lime juice, chiles, honey, and salt.
  2. In a large pot of boiling salted water, cook pasta until al dente according to package instructions. Drain and transfer to a large bowl. Add half of the dressing and toss to combine.
  3. In a large skillet over medium-high heat, arrange beef in a single layer; season with salt and pepper. Cook until no pink remains, about 5 minutes. Drain excess fat, then add chili powder, garlic powder, cumin, onion powder, and paprika. Continue cooking for a minute.
  4. Add pasta, onion (if using), bell pepper (if using), beans, corn, tomatoes, and remaining dressing to the skillet; season with salt. Fold in cheese and scallions until the cheese is melted, about 3 minutes.

Nutrition

Serving: 1cupCalories: 450kcalCarbohydrates: 38gProtein: 30gFat: 20gSaturated Fat: 7gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 12gCholesterol: 80mgSodium: 600mgPotassium: 600mgFiber: 8gSugar: 3gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 30mgCalcium: 200mgIron: 3mg

Notes

Feel free to customize with your favorite vegetables or proteins to suit your taste. Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to three days.

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