Pasta & Bean Salad

Shell macaroni and kidney beans are combined with radishes and green onion. The dressing for this healthy side dish is made from nonfat sour cream and mayonnaise with a slightly lemony flavor.

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Ingredients:

• 3/4 pound small shell pasta  
• 2 15-ounce cans red kidney beans (rinsed & drained)  
• 1 1/2 cups sliced radishes  
• 2 bunches green onions or scallions, chopped  
• 3/4 Cup nonfat sour cream (or regular)  
• 3/4 Cup nonfat mayonaise  
• Juice of 1/2 lemon  
• 2 Tablespoons olive oil  
• Salt and pepper to taste

Method

Cook and drain pasta. Mix pasta, beans, radishes, and scallions in large bowl. In small bowl combine remaining ingredients. Whisk until smooth. Add to pasta mixture and refrigerate at least 4 hours or overnight. Gently stir salad a couple times during chilling. Serve with additional fresh ground pepper and garnish with parsley sprigs.

Notes: This has become a family favorite and in the summer is often the main course of a meal.

Number of servings: 6-8

Submitted By: islandur
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