Low-Fat Black Bean-Pasta Salad (Vegan) - cooking recipe

Ingredients

6 ounces whole wheat rotini
1 (15 ounce) can black beans, drained and rinsed
2 ounces sliced black olives, drained and rinsed
1/2 green bell pepper, chopped
2 carrots, grated
1/2 cup green onion, chopped
1 garlic clove, minced
1 fresh jalapeno, minced (or other hot pepper) (optional)
2 tablespoons fresh cilantro or 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped
15 ounces chunky salsa (I like Pace)
1/2 teaspoon lemon pepper

Preparation

Cook the pasta according to the package directions. Drain and rinse with cold water.
In a large bowl, mix the pasta, beans, and veggies.
Toss with salsa and lemon pepper. This can be served immediately, but the flavor is better if it is refrigerated for a few hours or overnight.