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Bean and Pasta Salad

By Linda Larsen, About.com

Just five ingredients combine to make this simple and delicious main dish vegetarian salad recipe.

Prep Time: 15 minutes

Cook Time: 10 minutes

Ingredients:

  • 2 cups rotini pasta
  • 15 oz. can kidney beans
  • 2 cups diced cojack cheese
  • 4 plum tomatoes, sliced
  • 1/2 cup Italian salad dressing

Preparation:

In large pot of boiling water, cook rotini pasta according to package directions. Drain, rinse with cold water, and drain again.

While the pasta cooks, drain and rinse the kidney beans and combine in large bowl with remaining ingredients. Add drained pasta to salad and toss well. Chill until serving time, or serve immediately. 6 servings

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