Pasta Salad with Black Beans

Recipe by Cook's Hideout

Pasta Salad with black beans and colorful veggies -- a perfect make ahead dish for barbecues, picnics and take along lunches.

Ingredients

• 8 oz pasta (. Penne)
• 1 oz 15 . cans Black Beans (, drained and rinsed)
• 2 carrots (Medium , finely diced)
• 1 red pepper (Small , finely diced)
• 1 pepper (Small Yellow , finely diced)
• 1 onion (Small , finely chopped)
• 1 tbsp basil (Fresh , finely chopped)
• 1 tbsp oregano (Fresh , finely chopped)
• 3 tbsps vegan mayonnaise ((use regular mayo if not vegan))
• 2 tbsps dijon mustard
• 2 tsps maple syrup
• 1 tsp Italian seasoning
• to taste Salt Pepper (&)

Method

1. Cook pasta until tender according to package instructions. Drain and set aside.
2. In a small mixing bowl, combine mayonnaise, mustard, Italian seasoning, maple syrup, salt and pepper. Mix well.
3. In a mixing bowl, combine beans, chopped veggies, herbs and cooked pasta. Stir in the dressing and mix well to coat everything evenly.
4. Chill the salad for at least 3~4 hours for the flavors to mingle. Serve over crispy greens and enjoy!!

View the recipe instructions at Cook's Hideout