Whole Wheat Gemelli Pasta Salad

Ingredients

• 1 second spray olive oilNutrition
• 1/4 tsp Cajun seasoningNutrition
• 1/4 cup mayonnaiseNutrition
• 1 1/3 cups dry organic whole wheat gemelliNutrition
• 1 cup black beansNutrition
• 1/3 cup sweet bell pepper, choppedNutrition
• 1/2 cup celery, choppedNutrition

Directions

1. 1Cook pasta according to package directions. Drain but do not rinse. Lightly spray drained pasta while still hot with olive oil spray, toss and spray again. Toss to coat all the pasta. Allow to cool to room temperature, 15-30 minutes.
2. 2While pasta is cooling, chop bell pepper (use red, yellow, and/or orange sweet bell pepper) and celery. Drain black beans.
3. 3When pasta is cooled, pour into mixing bowl and add the chopped bell pepper, celery, black beans and mayonnaise.
4. 4Add Cajun seasoning to taste. Stir well, coating all pasta and vegetables with mayonnaise.
5. 5Pour into covered container and refrigerate until well chilled.
6. 6Note: diced cooked chicken can be added. Immediately before serving add sliced avocado and/or finely shredded Mozzarella cheese.

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