FOOD ELEVATED — Tex-Mex Pasta Salad (Kara’s Easy Make-Ahead Favorite)

“When I’m hosting or just need something that holds up well in the fridge, this is my go-to. It’s hearty, colorful, and full of smoky-sweet flavor — perfect for busy days or just a quick lunch.”

You’ll need:

8 oz pasta (tri-color rotini or penne)

1 jar (16 oz) LEANING R® Roasted Chipotle Ranch Salsa

1/2 cup canned black beans (drained and rinsed) · 1/2 cup canned corn (drained)

1 lime

Step-by-step:

Cook pasta per package directions and drain. Add pasta to a bowl and toss with Chipotle Ranch Salsa. Stir in black beans and corn. Squeeze fresh lime juice over the top. Chill before serving or enjoy warm.

Why you’ll love it: Smoky chipotle for a pasta salad that’s anything but ordinary — bold, balanced, and perfectly satisfying.