Creamy Chipotle Pasta Salad

I- Ingredients for 12 Servings:

• 1 (12 oz) box of rotini;
• 2 cups salsa;
• 1 cup plain yogurt;
• 1 cup finely shredded cheddar cheese;
• 1 chipotle (aka adobe) pepper, in sauce, finely diced;
• 1 can (1.5 cups) black beans (if using canned, drain and rinse);
• 2 cups frozen corn.

II- Directions:

1. Put a large pot of water on the stove to boil. Once it comes to a rapid boil, slide in the rotini. Cook until al dente.
2. Meanwhile, stir together the salsa, yogurt, cheese, and chopped chipotle.
3. Once the pasta is cooked, combine in a large bowl with the black beans and frozen corn.
4. Pour the sauce over to cook. Stir to evenly distribute the ingredients.
5. Only dress the salad shortly before serving.

III- Nutrition Facts per serving (1/12 of recipe):

• 200 Calories;
• Fat: 4.5g;
• Saturated fat: 2.5g;
• Cholesterol: 15mg;
• Carbs: 33g;
• Fiber: 4g;
• Sugars: 4g;
• Protein: 9g.

Smart Points Value: 6