Tomato Basil and Bean Pasta Salad
Beans, tomatoes, and basil are mixed with pasta and a tasty vinaigrette to give you a easy and tasty meal. Bring this pasta salad to your next cookout or gathering. Add whatever vegetables you have on hand.
- 12 Servings
- $6.00 - $8.99
Tomato Basil and Bean Pasta Salad
Beans, tomatoes, and basil are mixed with pasta and a tasty vinaigrette to give you a easy and tasty meal. Bring this pasta salad to your next cookout or gathering. Add whatever vegetables you have on hand.
- 12 Servings
- $6.00 - $8.99
Ingredients
- 1 pound pasta
- 2 tablespoons vegetable oil
- 1/4 cup vinegar
- 2 teaspoons Dijon mustard
- 1/4 teaspoon ground black pepper
- 1 cup fresh basil leaves
- 3 large tomatoes
- 1 cup kidney beans
- mozzarella cheese, fat-free
- walnuts
Steps
Wash hands with soap and water.
Cook pasta according to package directions. Drain and cool.
In a small mixing bowl, whisk together vegetable oil, vinegar, Dijon-style mustard, and pepper to make vinaigrette.
In a large mixing bowl, combine pasta, beans, basil, and tomatoes. Pour vinaigrette over top and toss together. Cover and chill at least 1 hour.
If desired, add nuts and cheese just before serving, tossing again to combine.
Optional ingredients, walnuts and mozzarella, are not included in nutrition analysis and cost estimate.
Add other fresh chopped vegetables such as cucumbers, peppers, small summer squash, carrots, broccoli, or cauliflower.
Use your favorite salad dressing instead of making your own.
Ingredients
Serving Size: 1/2 cup (184g)
| Nutrients | Amount |
|---|---|
| Total Calories | 214 |
| Total Fat | 3 g |
| Saturated Fat | 1 g |
| Carbohydrates | 37 g |
| Dietary Fiber | 4 g |
| Total Sugars | 2 g |
| Added Sugars included | 0 g |
| Protein | 8 g |
| Minerals | |
| Calcium | 23 mg |
| Potassium | 143 mg |
| Sodium | 24 mg |
| Copper | 42 mcg |
| Iron | 2 mg |
| Vitamins | |
| Vitamin A | 28 mcg RAE |
| Vitamin C | 7 mg |
Source:
- Farm Fresh Summertime Recipes
- Connecticut Food Policy Council