Creamy Vegan Southwest Pasta Salad

Step 1

Combine all of the dressing ingredients in a bowl and stir to combine. Taste and adjust seasonings as needed. Place in the fridge until ready to use.

Step 2

Bring a large pot of water to a boil. Add pasta and cook according to package instructions.

Step 3

While pasta is cooking, place a pan on the stove over medium heat. Add soyrizo and cook until slightly browned (approx. 5-7 minutes). Remove from the heat and place in a bowl to cool.

Step 4

When pasta is done, drain and rinse it with cold water.

Step 5

To assemble add pasta, soyrizo, bell pepper, black beans, jalapeño, cherry tomatoes, red onion, corn and cilantro to a large bowl. If serving right away, add dressing and mix until combined.

Step 6

If serving at a later time, keep salad and dressing separate until right before serving.

Step 7

Top finished salad with additional cilantro.