Cowboy Pasta Salad Recipe | Creamy & Flavorful Pasta Salad by Chef Mehboob Khan | Masala TV

cheddar cheese

🥗Healthier: reduced-fat cheese

💰Cheaper: Monterey Jack

Reduced-fat cheese cuts calories while still providing flavor.

black beans

🥗Healthier: canned chickpeas

💰Cheaper: dried beans

Chickpeas are lower in calories and provide a different texture.

olive oil

🥗Healthier: avocado oil

💰Cheaper: vegetable oil

Avocado oil is heart-healthy, while vegetable oil is more budget-friendly.

lime juice

🥗Healthier: fresh lemon juice

💰Cheaper: bottled lemon juice

Bottled lemon juice is a cost-effective substitute.

Add salt to boiling water and cook half packet of shell pasta for about 10 minutes, stirring occasionally to prevent sticking.

In a large bowl, combine boiled shell pasta, boiled beef mince, diced tomatoes, sliced green onions, and sweet corn.

Add 3 tablespoons of chili sauce and 3 tablespoons of mayonnaise (if desired) to the mixture.

Mix everything well by hand until combined thoroughly.

Taste and adjust seasoning if necessary, considering the saltiness from the beef and sauces already included.

Serve immediately or allow to chill for a bit before serving.

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