pat's Recipe

Black Bean Bow Tie Salad

Category: Pasta salads

8 ounces uncooked bow tie pasta
2/3 cup reduced-sodium chicken broth or
vegetable broth
3 garlic cloves, sliced
1 can (15 ounces) black beans, rinsed and
drained, divided
1/2 cup fresh cilantro or parsley
3 Tbsp lime juice
2 Tbsp olive oil
1 Tbsp tomato paste
1 1/2 tsp dried oregano
3/4 tsp salt
1 medium zucchini, cut in half lengthwise
and sliced
1 medium sweet red pepper, chopped
1 medium green pepper, chopped
1/2 cup chopped red onion

Cook pasta according to package directions. Rinse with cold water and drain; set aside. In a small saucepan bring broth and garlic to a boil. Reduce heat; simmer, uncovered for 5 minutes or until garlic is tender. Cool slightly; transfer to a food processor. Add 1/4 cup black beans, cilantro, lime juice, oil, tomato paste, oregano and salt; cover and process until smooth.
Transfer to a large serving bowl. Add pasta, zucchini, peppers, onion and remaining beans; toss gently to coat. Refrigerate until serving.

yield 10 servings