A simple and fun way to create a Mexican fiesta salad.

 

Ingredients

• 2 cups penne pasta, uncooked
• 1/2 cup whole kernel corn, frozen
• 1/2 cup light sour cream
• 1/3 cup salsa
• 1 tablespoon fresh cilantro leaves, snipped
• 1 tablespoon lime juice
• 1 15-ounce can black beans, rinsed and drained
• 3 medium plum tomatoes, chopped
• 1 medium zucchini, chopped
• 1/2 cup shredded sharp cheddar cheese

 

Directions

1. Cook pasta according to package directions, adding the corn the last 5 minutes of cooking. Drain pasta and corn. Rinse with cold water; drain again.
2. In a small bowl stir together sour cream, salsa, cilantro and lime juice. Set aside.
3. In a large bowl combine pasta mixture, black beans, tomatoes, zucchini and cheese. Pour dressing over pasta mixture. Toss lightly to coat. Serve immediately, or if desired, cover and chill.