Mexican Macaroni Salad with Creamy Spicy Dressing
A creamy Mexican Macaroni Salad with pasta, corn, peppers, beans, and a zesty lime-spiced dressing.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
Ingredients
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2 cups elbow macaroni, uncooked
1 cup mayonnaise
1/2 cup sour cream or Mexican crema
2 tablespoons fresh lime juice
1 teaspoon chili powder
1/2 teaspoon cumin
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon black pepper
1 cup corn kernels
1/2 cup red bell pepper, diced
1/3 cup red onion, finely chopped
1/2 cup black beans, drained and rinsed (optional)
1 jalapeño, finely diced (optional)
1/2 cup shredded cheddar or Mexican blend cheese (optional)
1/4 cup fresh cilantro, chopped
Instructions
- Cook macaroni in salted boiling water until al dente, then drain and rinse under cold water.
- In a bowl, mix mayonnaise, sour cream, lime juice, chili powder, cumin, salt, and black pepper until smooth.
- Add cooled macaroni and toss to coat evenly.
- Add corn, bell pepper, onion, beans, and jalapeño if using.
- Fold in cheese and cilantro gently.
- Adjust seasoning to taste.
- Chill before serving and stir again prior to serving.
Notes
Store in an airtight container in the refrigerator. Add a little lime juice or dressing before serving if the salad thickens after chilling.