Mexican Pasta Salad Recipe

You will love the flavor-packed twist this Mexican Macaroni Salad brings to a traditional pasta salad!

Simple ingredients create a delicious Mexican Pasta Salad.

Let's Macaroni Elbow Salad

Step 1: Cook the elbow macaroni according to the package instructions.  Step 2: Whisk the mayonnaise, white vinegar, granulated sugar, lime juice, chili powder, cumin, salt, and pepper in a separate small bowl.

Step 3: Add the following ingredients to a large bowl: Red bell pepper, cucumber, sweet corn, carrots, red onion, jalapeno, cilantro, and cubed pepper jack cheese in a large mixing bowl.

  Step 4: Pour the prepared dressing over the macaroni and vegetables. Gently toss until everything is evenly coated in the dressing.                         

  Step 5: Cover the bowl with plastic wrap and refrigerate the macaroni salad for at least 1 hour before serving to allow the flavors to meld together.                         

  Step 6: Serve chilled, and enjoy your delicious homemade macaroni salad at picnics, potlucks, or barbecues!                         

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