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Mexican Macaroni Salad

20 minutes
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5 from 8 votes
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This Mexican Macaroni Salad is secretly healthy! Vegan, gluten free option and SO colorful!

overhead view on Mexican macaroni salad on white plate

I cannot resist a good pasta salad, but to be honest: Mayo-free pasta salads are my favorite kinds of pasta salads. This one is an absolute win on a hot summer day!

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Mexican Macaroni Salad

This Mexican Macaroni Salad is secretly healthy! Vegan, gluten free option and SO colorful!
Recipe by Nora from Savory Nothings
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5 from 8 votes
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Recipe details

Prep 15 minutes
Cook 5 minutes
Total 20 minutes
Servings 6 people
Difficulty Easy

Ingredients
 

  • 2 ½ cups dry macaroni (any kind works) 250g
  • 1 yellow pepper diced
  • 1 avocado diced
  • 1 pint cherry tomatoes halved
  • 1 red onion chopped
  • ⅔ cup sweet corn kernels 120g
  • 1 can black beans rinsed
  • 1 cup salsa 250g
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 1 tablespoon red wine vinegar
  • ½ tablespoon taco spices
  • ¼ cup chopped cilantro

Instructions
 

  • Cook the macaroni according to package directions. Drain and rinse under cold water to stop the cooking process.
  • In the meantime, combine all other ingredients in a large salad bowl. Add the macaroni and toss well.
Nutrition is an estimate.

More recipe information

Suitable for: Vegan, Vegetarian
Course: Side Dish
Cuisine: American

Nora Rusev from Savory Nothings
About Nora 
When I got married to my professional chef husband, I realized I had to step up my game in the kitchen. Now I share my favorite foolproof family recipes here on Savory Nothings: Chef-approved, kid-vetted and easy enough for everyday home cooks like you and me!   Learn more.

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  1. Shay Thompson says

    5 stars
    Fresh and delicious

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  2. Dena says

    5 stars
    This was sooooo TASTY!! Thanks for a great recipe.

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    • Nora says

      I’m so glad, Dena!

      Reply

  3. Debbi says

    We liked this salad a lot. After making it, I did a taste test and decided to double the dressing. Perfect for us! It’ll be a regular addition to our meals.

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  4. Bernie says

    Yummy salad. I added diced white cheddar cheese and black olives. I halved the recipe and it still made a big bowl for one person. Loved it.

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    • Nora says

      So glad to read this, Bernie! Love the idea of adding cheddar and black olives. Thanks for coming back to review the recipe – I appreciate your time.

      Reply