Pantry Pasta Salad

Rating:

apples-green

Created by:

QAST
Prep time
5 mins
Cook time
10 mins
Serves
15 large, 30 small.

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Ingredients

1kgspiral or penne pasta
2x400gtinned corn
2x400gtinned black beans
310goven-roasted capsicum (optional)
4tspcoriander, dried
1packetMexican seasoning
8tbspmayo (low fat)

Method

  1. Cook pasta per packet instructions. Drain.
  2. Drain corn and black bean tins.
  3. Chop roasted capsicum into smaller pieces, if using.
  4. Mix all ingredients together, adding extra seasoning if needed.
  5. Portion into small or large containers, pending your clientele.
  6. Cool prior to serving. This recipe will last for up to 3 days.

Recipe description

This recipe has been designed so that you can still provide a pasta menu options if you have issues with the delivery of fresh ingredients as all the ingredients are shelf stable.

Variations

  • If you do have access to a school veggie garden or some fresh ingredients, halved cherry tomatoes and fresh coriander could be added.
  • Younger students may struggle with the texture of the roasted capsicum. Older students and staff are likely to enjoy the flavour that it adds.
  • Grated cheese could also be added to this salad prior to service.
  • For GF option, use GF pasta.

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