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Zesty Bean & Cabbage Pasta Bowl

Uses: fusilli, beans, cabbage, tomato, red onion, lime
Yield: 1 Serving
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Ingredients:

  • 1 cup cooked fusilli
  • 1/3 cup drained beans
  • 1/2 cup shredded cabbage
  • 1/3 cup diced plum tomato
  • 1 tablespoon finely diced red onion
  • 1 tablespoon lime juice

Instructions:

  1. Cook the fusilli in lightly salted water, drain, and cool slightly.
  2. Sauté the cabbage in a little bit of oil on medium high heat until caramelized. Season with salt and pepper. Allow the cabbage to cool.
  3. Combine pasta, beans, cooked cabbage, tomato, and onion.
  4. Season with lime juice, 1 teaspoon oil, cumin, oregano, black pepper, and a small amount of salt.
  5. Toss well and serve at room temperature or chilled.

Good for: A bright, budget-friendly summer pasta bowl with beans and crunchy vegetables.

Optional: Add cheddar, turkey, or a spoonful of yogurt.