ENSALADA DE PASTA/ensalada fría ensalada de codito

black beans

🥗Healthier: chickpeas

💰Cheaper: canned kidney beans

Chickpeas offer more protein and fiber.

cheese

🥗Healthier: nutritional yeast

💰Cheaper: cream cheese

Nutritional yeast is dairy-free and adds a cheesy flavor.

Boil pasta in salted water until al dente, about 8-10 minutes.

Drain pasta and rinse under cold water to cool.

In a large bowl, combine black beans, corn, red bell pepper, green onion, and cilantro.

In a small bowl, whisk together lime juice, olive oil, chili powder, cumin, salt, and pepper.

Add the cooled pasta to the vegetable mixture.

Pour the dressing over the pasta and vegetables.

Toss gently to combine all ingredients evenly.

Fold in diced avocado just before serving.

Sprinkle cheese on top, if using.

Serve chilled or at room temperature.

Cooking Techniques

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