Jalapeno Popper Pasta Salad
Indulge in the vibrant flavors of our Jalapeno Popper Pasta Salad, a delightful twist on your favorite appetizer. This creamy, spicy dish combines roasted jalapenos and a medley of cheeses with Fiber Gourmet light elbow pasta, making it a perfect side for any picnic, BBQ, or family gathering. Whether served chilled or at room temperature, this crowd-pleaser promises to impress with its bold taste and satisfying texture. Easy to prepare and low in carbs, it’s an adaptable recipe that fits seamlessly into your meal planning. Enjoy this delicious salad as a standalone dish or alongside grilled meats for a filling feast.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 35 minutes
- Yield: Serves approximately 6 people 1x
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Boiling/Broiling/Mixing
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 6 jalapenos
- 2 tbsp avocado or olive oil
- 16 ounces Fiber Gourmet light elbow pasta
- 1/2 cup whipped cream cheese
- 1 1/2 cups plain Greek yogurt
- 6 ounces cheddar cheese (shredded)
- 1 tsp organic garlic powder
- 1 tsp organic onion powder
- pink salt
- cracked black pepper
Instructions
- Boil salted water in a large pot.
- Toss jalapenos with oil and broil on a baking sheet for about 10 minutes until charred.
- Cook pasta until al dente according to package instructions.
- Drain and combine cooked pasta with whipped cream cheese in a mixing bowl.
- Steam broiled jalapenos in a sealed bag for 20 minutes; peel and chop them.
- Mix chopped jalapenos with the pasta along with Greek yogurt, spices, and cheddar cheese until well combined.
- Chill before serving.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 325
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 540mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 29g
- Fiber: 5g
- Protein: 15g
- Cholesterol: 30mg
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