Pioneer Woman Mexican Macaroni Salad

Submitted by lesliecoy

"Found this recipe from Pioneer Woman and I had to try it. It tastes so wonderful ! Fresh and makes so much. I measured out the 12 servings and it came to about 8 ounces or 1 cup per serving. What a great party food this will be. Either served as a salad, or a pasta side, or main course."

 

• Ready In: 30mins
• Ingredients: 15
• Serves: 12

ingredients

• 1 lb elbow macaroni, Cooked To Package Instructions, Drained, And Rinsed With Cold Water
• 2 ears fresh corn, Husks And Silks Removed
• 1⁄2 cup black olives, Chopped
• 1 (15 ounce) can black beans, drained and rinsed (or Kidney Beans )
• 6 roma tomatoes, Chopped (or 2 Large Tomatoes)
• 3 whole green onions, Sliced Thin
• 1⁄2 red onion, Finely Diced
• chopped cilantro (optional)

• FOR THE DRESSING

• 1 cup salsa (spicy Is Best!)
• 1 cup sour cream
• 1⁄4 cup mayonnaise
• 1 garlic clove, Minced and Pressed
• 1⁄2 teaspoon cumin
• salt and pepper, to taste
• 2 limes, Juiced (optional)

directions

1. Grill the corn on a grill pan, or just place it in a hot skillet to brown some of the kernels. Remove from pan, allow to cool slightly, then use a sharp knife to cut the kernels off the cob.
2. Combine all the dressing ingredients in a bowl and stir until combined.
3. Place the macaroni, corn, beans, olives, tomatoes, green onions, red onion, and cilantro (if using) in a large bowl.
4. Pour 3/4 of the dressing over the top and gently toss until all the ingredients are coated. Add the final 1/4 of the dressing if you think it needs it.
5. Cover and allow salad to chill for 2 hours. Garnish with cilantro, lime wedge, and any other extra ingredients you have.

Reviews

[nadinesherrill]

I made this dish yesterday and it was great. We like it better warm rather than cold. It is a great recipe to take to church for a crowd or, what I did yesterday, share it with a neighbor. This recipe makes a lot of pasta salad. I love watching The Pioneer Woman. She is just so "real" and I love her family on the ranch. Everyone should try this dish.