BLACK BEAN BOW TIE SALAD

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Even people who don't like beans compliment me on this delicious salad! It's a favorite at family get-togethers and potlucks. The slimmed-down dressing gets little kick from cilantro and lime. -Teresa Smith of Huron, South Dakota

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories Lunch

Time 15m

Yield 10 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 14

Ingredients

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
3 tablespoons lime juice
2 tablespoons olive oil
1 tablespoon tomato paste
1-1/2 teaspoons dried oregano
3/4 teaspoon salt
1 medium zucchini, cut in half lengthwise and sliced
1 medium sweet red pepper, chopped
1 medium green pepper, chopped
1/3 cup chopped red onion

Steps:

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. Stir in the pasta, zucchini, peppers, onion and remaining beans; toss gently to coat. Refrigerate until serving.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 159 calories, Fat 4g fat (1g saturated fat), Cholesterol 0 cholesterol, Sodium 352mg sodium, Carbohydrate 26g carbohydrate (0 sugars, Fiber 4g fiber), Protein 6g protein. Diabetic Exchanges