Mexican Pasta Recipe

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Mexican Pasta creates great vegetarian dishes with serious kick through fusion cuisine that blends Italian pasta with authentic Mexican spices and seasonings. This cultural blend demonstrates how international cuisines can merge successfully while creating exciting new flavor experiences. The spicy kick adds Mexican heat to familiar pasta comfort.

Colorful mexican pasta with corn and bell peppers in round cast iron pan

Mexican pasta is a great vegetarian dish with a kick!

Prep Time:
5 mins
Cook Time:
15 mins
Total Time:
20 mins
Servings:
4
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Ingredients

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  • ½ pound seashell pasta

  • 2 tablespoons olive oil

  • 2 onions, chopped

  • 1 green bell pepper, chopped

  • ½ cup sweet corn kernels

  • 1 (15 ounce) can black beans, drained

  • 1 (14.5 ounce) can peeled and diced tomatoes

  • ¼ cup salsa

  • ¼ cup sliced black olives

  • 1 ½ tablespoons taco seasoning mix

  • salt and pepper to taste

Directions

  1. Bring a large pot of lightly salted water to a boil. Add pasta and cook for 8 to 10 minutes or until al dente; drain.

  2. While pasta is cooking, heat olive oil over medium heat in a large skillet. Cook onions and bell pepper in oil until lightly browned, about 10 minutes.

  3. Stir in corn and heat through. Stir in black beans, tomatoes, salsa, olives, seasoning mix, and salt and pepper and cook until thoroughly heated, about 5 minutes.

  4. Toss sauce with cooked pasta and serve.

Nutrition Facts (per serving)

358 Calories
9g Fat
60g Carbs
10g Protein
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Nutrition Facts
Servings Per Recipe 4
Calories 358
% Daily Value *
Total Fat 9g12%
Saturated Fat 1g7%
Sodium 589mg26%
Total Carbohydrate 60g22%
Dietary Fiber 5g19%
Total Sugars 10g
Protein 10g21%
Vitamin C 36mg40%
Calcium 72mg6%
Iron 5mg26%
Potassium 467mg10%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.

** Nutrient information is not available for all ingredients. Amount is based on available nutrient data.

(-) Information is not currently available for this nutrient. If you are following a medically restrictive diet, please consult your doctor or registered dietitian before preparing this recipe for personal consumption.

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John Davis
John Davis

Hi, I’m John Davis!
Food has always been my favorite way to connect with people, and that’s why I started blogging about it. I love sharing quick, creative recipes that prove cooking at home can be just as exciting as eating out. Whether it’s a speedy weeknight dinner or a fun snack, I enjoy keeping things simple, flavorful, and approachable for everyone. When I’m not experimenting in the kitchen, I’m usually exploring new cuisines or hunting for fresh inspiration at local markets.

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