Pasta in Southwestern Sauce

The Southwestern cuisine is known for its bold flavors and vibrant colors, combining elements from Mexican and Native American culinary traditions.

This is vegetarian and high protein recipe. Dish can be prepared in 40 minutes. Recipe requires some culinary experience (medium difficulty). Number of ingredients: 14.

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Pasta in Southwestern Sauce

Cooking Method: Boiling, Sauteeing Cuisine: Mexican, Tex-Mex Courses: Lunch, Main Dish Recipe Keys: High Protein Vegetarian

Difficulty: Intermediate Prep Time 15 min Cook Time 20 min Rest Time 5 min Total Time 40 mins

Servings: 4 Calories: 1600

Best Season: Suitable throughout the year

Ingredients

Servings

• 8 ounce Pasta
• 1 cup Black beans
• 1 cup Corn kernels
• 1 cup Red bell pepper
• 1 cup Onion
• 2 teaspoon Garlic cloves
• 1 teaspoon Cumin powder
• 1 teaspoon Chili powder
• 1 teaspoon Salt
• 1 teaspoon Black pepper
• 2 tablespoon Olive oil
• 2 tablespoon Cilantro
• 2 tablespoon Lime juice
• 4 tablespoon Sour cream

Instructions

1. Cook the pasta according to the package instructions. Drain and set aside.
2. In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add onion, garlic, and red bell pepper. Saute until the vegetables are tender.
3. Add black beans, corn kernels, cumin powder, chili powder, salt, and black pepper. Cook for 5 minutes.
4. Add cooked pasta to the skillet and toss to combine. Cook for another 2 minutes.
5. Remove from heat and stir in cilantro and lime juice.
6. Serve the pasta in bowls and top with sour cream.
7. Enjoy your Pasta in Southwestern Sauce!

Nutrition Facts

Servings 4

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Amount Per Serving

Calories 400kcal

% Daily Value *

Total Fat 10g16%

Total Carbohydrate 65g22%

Sugars 5g

Protein 12g24%

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* The Percentage Daily Values are calculated from a 2,000 calorie diet. Your specific daily value may vary, depending on your individual calorie requirements.