We are excited the weekend is almost here!!! This weekend we have a busy weekend. If you are as busy as we are, you will be happy to know this easy dish to create and bring to picnics and parties you are invited to.
Pasta salad serves about 6
Ingredients:
1 box of whole wheat or whole grain penne pasta
2 (15-oz) can of chickpeas, rinsed and drained
1 pint grape tomatoes, sliced in half lengthwise
1 (12-oz) pkg of chopped frozen spinach, thawed and drained
1 cup carrots, shredded
1/2 cup red onion, finely diced
2 Tbs fresh basil leaves, chopped (optional)
1 1/2 Tbs Extra virgin olive oil
4 Tbs Basil pesto
salt and pepper to taste
Directions:
1. bring a stockpot of water to boil. Cook pasta following the directions on the package.
2. While cooking the pasta, prepare all the vegetables and beans.
3.When the pasta is cooked, drain the pasta.
4. In a large bowl combine the pasta with the rest of the ingredients and stir together until it is mixed evenly.
This recipe can be made ahead and refrigerated overnight for the next day.
Enjoy!!!!!!! :)
Get Fit For It,
D & K
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