Shells With Beans And Tuna

* Exported from MasterCook *

SHELLS WITH BEANS AND TUNA

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Serving Size : 6 Preparation Time :0:00
Categories : Pasta Low-fat

Amount Measure Ingredient -- Preparation Method
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1 lb Uncooked Medium Shells
-OR Elbow Macaroni OR
-other medium pasta shape
12 1/4 oz Chunk light tuna in water
-- drained
16 oz Canned kidney beans
-OR pinto beans,
-rinsed and drained
1/2 md Red onion -- chopped
1/4 c Chopped parsley
-(Italian or curly)
1/4 c Chopped ripe black olives
2 tb Red wine vinegar
Salt to taste
1/4 ts Freshly ground black pepper
2 tb Grated Asiago cheese

Prepare pasta according to package directions. While
pasta is cooking, combine tuna, beans, onion, parsley
and olives in a mixing bowl.

In a small bowl, whisk together vinegar, salt and
pepper.

When pasta is done, drain it well and toss it with the
bean mixture. Pour vinaigrette over pasta and toss
well. Spoon cheese over pasta and toss gently.
Refrigerate and serve cold.

Each serving provides: 329 Calories; 23.3 g Protein;
46.5 g Carbohydrates; 5.4 g Fat; 16.7 mg Cholesterol;
458 mg Sodium. Calories from Fat: 15%

Copyright National Pasta Association
(http://www.ilovepasta.org) (Reprinted with permission)



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