black bean sunshine pasta salad

(2 ratings)
Recipe by
Mikekey *
Seattle, WA

A nice, colorful picnic or buffet salad. Cook time is refrigeration time.

(2 ratings)
yield 12 serving(s)
prep time 30 Min
cook time 8 Hr
method Refrigerate/Freeze

Ingredients For black bean sunshine pasta salad

  • 8 oz
    dry spiral pasta (tri-color)
  • 1 pkg
    (10 oz) frozen peas and carrots
  • 1 can
    (15 oz) black beans, drained and rinsed
  • 20 oz
    canned pineapple chunks in juice
  • 1 c
    diced red bell pepper
  • 1/2 c
    chopped green onion
  • 2 lg
    oranges, peeled and sectioned (cut each section into 3 pieces)
  • 1/2 c
    orange juice
  • 2 Tbsp
    wine vinegar
  • 2 tsp
    honey
  • 2 tsp
    dried basil
  • 1 tsp
    grated orange zest
  • 1/2 tsp
    garlic powder (not salt)
  • salt and pepper to taste

How To Make black bean sunshine pasta salad

  • 1
    Cook pasta according to package directions for the minimum cooking time.
  • 2
    Place peas and carrots in a colander.
  • 3
    When pasta is done, pour into the colander over peas and carrots. ( the hot water will cook the vegetables slightly.) Drain and place in a large bowl.
  • 4
    Add pineapple (drained, reserve 1/2 cup juice), beans, bell pepper, onions, and orange sections. Toss to combine.
  • 5
    Combine reserved pineapple juice and remaining ingredients. Mix well. Taste to adjust vinegar and salt and pepper. Pour over pasta mixture. Mix gently until well combined.
  • 6
    Cover with plastic wrap and chill overnight (8 hours). Give it a stir a few times while chilling.

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