Ingredients
Pasta and Beans
- 8 ounces farfalle pasta Cooked in boiling salted water
- 1 can white beans Drained and rinsed
Vegetables
- 2 cups cherry tomatoes Quartered
- 1 heaping cup cucumber Diced
- ½ cup olives Sliced or whole, as desired
- ½ packed cup sun-dried tomatoes Preserved in oil, drained and chopped
- ½ cup corn Canned or frozen; boil if frozen
- 1 shallot Finely chopped
- 3 tablespoons parsley Finely chopped
Dressing
- 3 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
- 3 tablespoons lemon juice Plus grated zest of ½ lemon (optional)
- 2 tablespoons mustard American or Dijon
- 1½ tablespoons maple syrup
- 1 teaspoon dried oregano
- ½ teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon salt More or less to taste
- ⅛ teaspoon black pepper
Method
Preparation
- Cook 8 ounces of farfalle pasta in a large pot with salted boiling water according to the package instructions. Drain and rinse under cold water for 10 seconds. Transfer the pasta to a large bowl, add 1 teaspoon of olive oil, and stir.
- In the same bowl, add 1 can of white beans, ½ cup corn, 2 cups cherry tomatoes, 1 heaping cup cucumber, ½ cup olives, ½ packed cup sun-dried tomatoes, 1 shallot, and 3 tablespoons parsley, all chopped.
Dressing
- In a small bowl, combine 3 tablespoons of olive oil, 3 tablespoons lemon juice, 2 tablespoons mustard, 1½ tablespoons maple syrup, 1 teaspoon dried oregano, ½ teaspoon garlic powder, 1 teaspoon salt, and ⅛ teaspoon black pepper. Whisk until mixed well.
Mixing
- Pour the dressing over the pasta and toss everything together well. Before serving, taste and adjust salt and acidity as needed. Cold pasta can mellow flavors, so don’t hesitate to add more dressing if you like.
Nutrition
Serving: 1gCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 45gProtein: 12gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 2gSodium: 500mgFiber: 8gSugar: 4g
Notes
Serve the vegan pasta salad chilled or at room temperature. It makes a fantastic main dish or a side dish alongside grilled vegetables or tofu. You can also top it with extra herbs or a sprinkle of nutritional yeast for added flavor. Store any leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for about 3 to 5 days.
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