Cowboy Caviar Pasta Salad

If you love bold, fresh flavors with a little bit of crunch, this Cowboy Caviar Pasta Salad is about to be your new go-to. Loaded with pasta, black beans, corn, and crisp vegetables, every bite is packed with texture and a zesty kick from the dressing.

This is the kind of dish that gets better as it sits, making it perfect for prepping ahead of time. Whether you’re bringing it to a BBQ or making it for weekday lunches, Cowboy Caviar Pasta Salad is easy, vibrant, and always a hit.

How to make Easy Cowboy Caviar Pasta Salad

Makes approximately 8-12 servings

Equipment Needed

Measuring cups and spoons, cutting board, knife, large bowl, spoon, large pot, colander

Ingredients

• 16 oz rotini pasta
• 15 oz can black beans, rinsed and drained
• 15 oz can corn, drained
• ½ cup finely diced red onion
• 1 pint cherry tomatoes, halved
• 1 green bell pepper, diced
• 1/4 cup cilantro, finely chopped
• 1 jalapeño, diced
• 1 cup Italian dressing 

Step-by-Step Process

1. Cut the vegetables.

2. Add the pasta to a large pot of boiling water, and cook according to package directions until tender. Drain into a colander and run under cold water for a few minutes, stirring the pasta around.

3. Add the cooled pasta and chopped veggies to a large bowl and toss to combine.

4. Pour the dressing over the salad and stir.

5. Cover and chill for one hour or until ready to serve.

6. Once ready to serve, toss the salad and add a little more dressing if needed.

Helpful Tips for the Best Cowboy Caviar Pasta Salad

• Let Cowboy Caviar Pasta Salad chill fully: Enhances flavor and texture.
• Use fresh vegetables: Adds crunch to Cowboy Caviar Pasta Salad.
• Drain ingredients well: Prevents Cowboy Caviar Pasta Salad from becoming watery.
• Taste before serving: Adjust dressing as needed.
• Add cilantro last: Keeps Cowboy Caviar Pasta Salad fresh and vibrant.

Cowboy Caviar Pasta Salad

Print

This Cowboy Caviar Pasta Salad combines hearty pasta with fresh veggies, beans, and corn for a colorful dish that’s bursting with flavor and texture in every bite.

Prep Time 10 minutes

Cook Time 15 minutes

Down Time 1 hour

Total Time 1 hour 25 minutes

Ingredients

• 16 oz rotini pasta
• 15 oz can black beans, rinsed and drained
• 15 oz can corn, drained
• ½ cup finely diced red onion
• 1 pint cherry tomatoes, halved
• 1 green bell pepper, diced
• 1/4 cup cilantro, finely chopped
• 1 jalapeño, diced
• 1 cup Italian dressing

Instructions

1. Cut the vegetables.
2. Add the pasta to a large pot of boiling water, and cook according to package directions until tender. Drain into a colander and run under cold water for a few minutes, stirring the pasta around.
3. Add the cooled pasta and chopped veggies to a large bowl and toss to combine.
4. Pour the dressing over the salad and stir.
5. Cover and chill for one hour or until ready to serve.
6. Once ready to serve, toss the salad and add a little more dressing if needed.