Rotini and Black Bean Salad Recipe

Name: Rotini and Black Bean Salad
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 8 oz whole-wheat rotini (or any pasta); 6 tbsp balsamic vinegar; 1/2 tsp minced garlic; 3 tbsp extra-virgin olive oil (or grapeseed oil); 1 can (19 oz) black beans, drained and rinsed; 1/2 cup grape or cherry tomatoes, halved; 1/2 cup fresh corn kernels, blanched (or frozen corn, thawed); 1/4 cup chopped green onions, white parts only; 1/4 cup chopped fresh chives; 1 tbsp chopped fresh cilantro; 1 ripe avocado; Juice of 1/2 lemon

Servings: persons

8 oz whole-wheat rotini (or any pasta)
6 tbsp balsamic vinegar
1/2 tsp minced garlic
3 tbsp extra-virgin olive oil (or grapeseed oil)
1 can (19 oz) black beans, drained and rinsed
1/2 cup grape or cherry tomatoes, halved
1/2 cup fresh corn kernels, blanched (or frozen corn, thawed)
1/4 cup chopped green onions, white parts only
1/4 cup chopped fresh chives
1 tbsp chopped fresh cilantro
1 ripe avocado
Juice of 1/2 lemon

1
Cook pasta according to package directions until al dente.
2
While pasta cooks, whisk together vinegar and garlic in a small bowl.
3
Season with salt and pepper.
4
Slowly whisk in oil until dressing thickens.
5
Set aside.
6
Drain pasta and rinse briefly under cold water.
7
Drain completely.
8
Place pasta in a large bowl; add beans, tomatoes, corn, green onions, chives, and cilantro.
9
Toss gently.
10
Pour dressing over pasta mixture and toss again, gently but thoroughly.
11
Cover and refrigerate at least 1 hour and up to 24 hours.
12
Peel and slice avocado and toss with lemon juice; use as garnish.
13
Serve immediately.

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No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 12 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 8 oz whole-wheat rotini (or any pasta), 6 tbsp balsamic vinegar, 1/2 tsp minced garlic, 3 tbsp extra-virgin olive oil (or grapeseed oil), and more.

Yes, Rotini and Black Bean Salad falls under the Salads category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Keep refrigerated in an airtight container and enjoy within 1–2 days for the best freshness. Best served cold — no reheating needed.

Rotini and Black Bean Salad

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