A tasty, nutritious salad that’s a snap to prepare.

Serves 8

Ingredients:

• 1-1/2 cups cooked or canned pink or red beans
• 2 cups small shell macaroni, cooked and drained
• 2 cups frozen peas and carrots, thawed and drained
• 1/2 cup sliced celery

Dressing:

• 1/4 cup low fat Italian dressing
• 1/4 cup low fat mayonnaise
• 2 tablespoons chopped parsley
• 1/2 teaspoon salt
• 1/8 teaspoon pepper

Preparation: Combine macaroni, beans, peas, carrots, and celery. Mix Italian dressing, mayonnaise, parsley, salt, and pepper; toss with the macaroni mixture. Mix well.

NUTRITION FACTS

Amount Per Serving

Cals: 136 From Fat: 18%

Total Fat: 2.8g

Cholesterol: na

Sodium: 428mg

Total Carb: 23.3g

Dietary Fiber: 2.86

Sugars: na

Protein: 5.5g