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    Home ▸ Vegan Kid Friendly Recipes

    Fast High Protein Mexican Fiesta Pasta Salad

    Last modified: October 5, 2022. Originally posted: August 21, 2017 By Sophia DeSantis

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    Easy, fast and healthy meal to satisfy the entire family. This Mexican Pasta salad is the perfect way to get your daily fill of protein and veggies!

    A Mexican pasta salad i n a white bowl topped with veggies and lime

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    This is a sponsored conversation written by me on behalf of Explore Cuisine. The opinions and text are all mine.

    Nothing like an easy, fast and delicious pasta salad that is not only super flavorful but also super healthy! And by healthy I mean protein, veggies, and healthy fats. This Mexican Pasta salad is an all in one meal that will satisfy your belly and keep you plenty full!

    An overhead shot of edamame noodles used to make a mexican pasta salad

    Awesome Pasta Without Grains

    As much as we all love pasta, sometimes your belly needs a break from grains. If you're in the same boat, or can't tolerate grains in general, then this pasta is for you! Explore Cuisine Edamame Spaghetti is a healthy alternative to your typical noodles.

    It not only boasts 24 grams of protein per serving, but it is made with 1 ingredient. Yeah, you heard me. 1. I mean....crazy right? It is also high in fiber with 11 grams! No more stopped up belly here. This will keep your digestive track moving like no other! TMI? You'll thank me later.

    A side shot a mexican pasta salad in a white bowl topped with lime wedges

    Mexican Pasta Salad Ready In No Time

    This Mexican Pasta Salad is so easy to throw together. Just chop all the veggies, cook the pasta, and add in the lime juice and spices. It comes together in under 10 minutes!

    The key to this quick meal is that these noodles cook in literally minutes. I boiled them for 2 minutes and found them to be the perfect al dente texture. Rinse with cold water, then add in all the other ingredients and BINGO!

    And because the noodles do have a slight bean taste, this recipe is so perfect for them. I love using the natural flavors of things to inspire new recipes. So when I first tried this pasta, I knew I had to make good use of the underlying bean flavor.

    Edamame noodles getting added to a pot of water to make a Mexican pasta salad

    A pasta pot in a sink getting filled with water to make a Mexican pasta salad

    What made cooking these noodles even easier was this amazing pasta pot by Lagostina that the awesome people of Explore Cuisine sent me. So easy to cook and strain all in one place!

    As if the pasta pot wasn't already awesome, they also sent a veggie steamer basket, wooden pasta spoon and another specialty spoon that actually helps you measure serving size of spaghetti noodles! So naturally, when measuring for 2 servings, I actually used the 4 serving hole 😉 Because well, I love food.

    Edamame noodles in a spaghetti measure to make a mexican pasta salad

    But wait, it gets even cooler. Check out the adorable cutting board they sent! I have never, in all the years of working with brands, been sent such a sweet and thoughtful gift. Amongst all the awful things happening in the world today, it is such a breath of fresh air to see the awesomeness. I truly appreciate their generosity!

    An overhead shot of a cutting board with ingredients all around it to make a mexican pasta salad

    Reasons I love this Mexican Fiesta Pasta Salad:

    1. It comes together in under 10 minutes!
    2. Super easy, cut and toss recipe!
    3. Pasta with only 1 ingredient in it!
    4. Super high in protein!
    5. All in one meal!

    A close up of two forks picking up some mexican pasta salad from a white bowl

    (Sidenote, my middle took this photo as I held the forks!)

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    A Mexican pasta salad in a white bowl

    Fast High Protein Mexican Fiesta Pasta Salad

    Sophia DeSantis
    Easy, fast and healthy meal to satisfy the entire family. This Mexican fiesta pasta salad is the perfect way to get your daily fill of protein and veggies!
    5 from 1 vote
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    Prep Time 5 mins
    Cook Time 5 mins
    Total Time 10 mins
    Course 30 Minutes or Less, Main Course
    Cuisine Mexican
    Servings 4 servings
    Calories 297 kcal

    Ingredients
     
     

    • 1 box bean based spaghetti , I use the Explore Cuisine Organic Edamame spaghetti
    • 1 cup chopped avocado
    • 1 cup fresh or defrosted frozen corn
    • 1 cup chopped fresh tomato
    • ½ cup chopped red onion
    • ½ cup chopped cilantro
    • ¼ cup fresh lime juice
    • 1 teaspoon sea salt
    • ¼ teaspoon garlic powder
    • ⅛-1/4 teaspoon chipotle powder
    • 1 tablespoon avocado or olive oil , optional for flavor
    • 1-3 teaspoons chopped fresh jalapeño , optional for added spice

    Instructions
     

    • Cook noodles according to package directions. Chop all of the veggies and prep ingredients while you wait for the water to boil.
    • Once noodles are cooked, run under cold water and drain well.
    • Add to a large bowl, then mix in all of the ingredients and toss, making sure everything is incorporated.

    Notes

    • You can cook longer if you want a softer noodle, but make sure not to overcook.
    • Do not allow the noodles to sit for too long before tossing them with the other ingredients or they won't mix in as well.
    • Adjust the amount of lime juice to achieve the perfect tang for your preference. The jalapeño is optional, but highly recommended!

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    Nutrition

    Calories: 297kcalCarbohydrates: 36gProtein: 27gFat: 10gSaturated Fat: 1gSodium: 528mgPotassium: 411mgFiber: 18gSugar: 7gVitamin A: 633IUVitamin C: 19mgCalcium: 13mgIron: 1mg

    Nutrition and metric information should be considered an estimate.

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    1. Carol Williams

      August 08, 2019 at 7:40 pm

      Ummm - - perhaps there's a typo somewhere. - - how could the Explore spaghetti package advertise 24 grams of protein per serving when your nutritional analysis indicates 2 grams per serving for your salad recipe ???

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      • veggiesdontbite

        August 09, 2019 at 3:16 pm

        Hi Carol! Thanks for catching that. My recipe card plugin auto-calculates the nutrition and it missed the pasta in there. It's all fixed now!

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    2. Janice Minchin

      August 08, 2019 at 6:05 pm

      This is the very best pasta ever used to get it at Costco and then THEY STOPPED STOCKING IT! But if you can find it definitely try it we absolutely loved it with chicken meatball and marinara sauce. 😩😱

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      • veggiesdontbite

        August 09, 2019 at 3:05 pm

        Oh no! Didn't realize Costco stopped stocking it. Bummer!

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        • Janice Minchin

          August 25, 2019 at 9:17 am

          Yes put in a suggestion in their box at the stores and MAYBE they will bring it back!

    3. Emily Kemp

      July 24, 2018 at 1:36 am

      Wow this pasta salad looks amazing. I love the sound of those noodles too, yum!

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    4. Mel | avirtualvegan.com

      September 28, 2017 at 9:54 pm

      I haven't tried this pasta but it looks awesome. It's so perfect for your pasta salad recipe and I love that it's so quick to make.
      And that cutting board! It is absolutely beautiful! What a lovely gesture. I really love it and I bet it looks so nice in your kitchen. Lucky you!

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      • veggiesdontbite

        October 02, 2017 at 10:57 am

        Thanks Mel! Yes, I feel lucky to have worked with such a great brand. I love the cutting board and use it a lot. It's the prefect size!

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    5. Alisa Fleming

      August 29, 2017 at 9:09 am

      I love how much fun you have with your photos Sophia! I'd be afraid that I'd eat that whole serving once done with the shoot though! I'm sort of a "finish what's in front of me" kind of person 🙂 That pasta might fill me up though - it looks great!

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      • veggiesdontbite

        August 29, 2017 at 12:34 pm

        Ha! Right there with you!!

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    6. Megan C

      August 27, 2017 at 8:38 pm

      This pasta is so yummy and I love your unique twist on it! Mexican anything is a win in my book ? I usually get my plant based protein through smoothies and legumes!

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