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Exotic Mexican Pasta Dinner

Servings: 4

Prep Time: 20 minutes

Cook Time: 30 minutes

Total Time: 50 minutes

Ingredients:

  • 8 ounces Pasta
  • 2 tablespoons Olive oil
  • 2 cloves Garlic
  • 1 whole Red bell pepper
  • 1 whole Onion
  • 14 ounces Black beans
  • 1 cup Corn
  • 1 whole Jalapeno
  • 1 cup Cherry tomatoes
  • 1 cup Mexican blend cheese
  • 1 bunch Cilantro
  • 1 whole Lime
  • 1 tablespoon Cajun seasoning
  • 1 teaspoon Salt
  • 1 teaspoon Black pepper

Instructions:

  1. Cook the pasta according to the package instructions. Once done, drain and set aside.
  2. In a large pan, heat the olive oil over medium heat. Add the garlic, chopped onion, and chopped red bell pepper. Saute until the vegetables are tender.
  3. Stir in the black beans, corn, jalapeno, and cherry tomatoes. Season with cajun seasoning, salt, and black pepper.
  4. Add the cooked pasta to the pan and stir to combine. Top with the Mexican blend cheese and cover the pan to allow the cheese to melt.
  5. Remove from heat and garnish the pasta with cilantro leaves and lime wedges before serving.