Ingredients

1 cup each, cooked beans as follows: kidney, black,
-- chick peas, navy beans (this may be available in
-- pre-mixed in cans)
2 cups veggie rotini (whole grain), cooked as per
-- package directions
1 green pepper, chopped, bite size
1/2 cup onion, white, diced
1/4 cup parsley, minced
1 tbs basil, fresh, minced
1 tbs thyme, fresh, minced
French dressing

Directions

If using canned beans, please drain, rinse and drain again.

In a salad bowl, combine beans, rotini, veggies, and fresh herbs.

Add dressing to bean mixture. Stir gently. Cover and refrigerate for several hours to mix flavours.

Some Options

• For a quick mix option, use a pre-made French dressing instead of making your own
• Garnish with chopped green onions just prior to serving.
• If you like parsley, increase to 3/4 cup. Make sure it is finely chopped
• The French dressing at the above link is very good. You may wish to make extra and serve with a regular salad.

From: Easy Beans by Trish Ross

For more information see our article: Grains and Beans Salads, courtesy, Rainbow Natural Foods.

* Note: this recipe is GF only if gluten-free pasta is used. Look for pasta made from quinoa, rice, corn, and other gluten-free grains.

Recipe published: Summer, 2006

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