Three Bean Pasta

Serves 4-6

1 pound Medium or Wide Egg Noodles, uncooked
1 15-oz. can kidney beans, rinsed and drained
1 15-oz. can chickpeas, rinsed and drained
1 cup frozen green beans, thawed
1 small red onion, chopped
1 red bell pepper, seeds and ribs removed, chopped
3 tbsp. Dijon mustard
2 tbsp. vegetable oil
3 tbsp. red wine vinegar
3 tbsp. chopped fresh parsley

Prepare pasta according to package directions; drain. Rinse under cold water and drain again.

In a large bowl, stir together the pasta, kidney beans, chickpeas, green beans, onion and bell pepper. In a small bowl, stir together the remaining ingredients. Toss pasta with dressing and serve.

National Pasta Assoc.