Ingredients:

  Amount  Measure       Ingredient -- Preparation Method
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   1 1/2  cups          corn kernels
     3/4  cup           black beans -- pre-cooked
   6      tablespoons   red and green bell peppers -- minced
   3      tablespoons   sliced celery
   2      cups          cooked pasta -- vegetable-flavored
   5      tablespoons   salad dressing -- bottled, -or-
   2 1/2  tablespoons   extra virgin olive oil
   1      teaspoon      salt
     1/8  teaspoon      pepper
   2      teaspoons     granulated sugar
     1/8  teaspoon      onion powder
   1 1/2  tablespoons   balsamic vinegar
     1/8  teaspoon      ground cumin -- optional
                        fresh cilantro leaves -- for garnish

Preparation:

Use radiatore, twists, shells, corkscrews, elbows, or some medium-size, shaped pasta made without egg, made with semolina and flavored with vegetables (red bell pepper, spinach, beet, etc.) Throw it together and serve warm. Serves 3 to 4. Makes 5 cups. Other notes - Salad is also good served at room temperature or chilled.