Sweet Corn, Black Bean, Bell Peppers, Celery Salad


Course : Italian
Serves: 4
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Ingredients:


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

1 bunch fresh cilantro leaves -- for garnish
 

Preparation / Directions:


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.


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