One Heck of a Salad

This is a very tasty and colorful salad or side dish....great with a Mexican meal.

• Ready In: 15 mins
• Serves: 6-8
• Yields: 8 cups

Ingredients

• 1 1⁄4 cups mayonnaise
• 1 (4 ounce) can green chilies
• 1⁄3 cup red onion
• 1⁄2 teaspoon chili powder
• 1  cup elbow macaroni
• 1 (16 ounce) can red kidney beans
• 1 (15 ounce) can green beans, drained
• 1  cup carrot, chopped
• 1  cup monterey jack cheese, shredded

Directions

1. Dice onion and chilis and place in a large bowl. Stir in mayonnaise and chopped green chilies. Add chili powder until well blended.
2. Add macaroni, beans, carrots, and cheese. Toss to coat well.
3. Cover and refrigerate at least 2 hours to blend flavors.