Tomato Basil and Bean Pasta Salad

Ingredients, directions and serving information for Tomato Basil and Bean Pasta Salad.

• 1 pound pasta
• 2 tablespoons vegetable oil
• 1/4 cup vinegar
• 2 teaspoons Dijon mustard
• 1/4 teaspoon ground black pepper
• 1 cup fresh basil leaves
• 3 large tomatoes
• 1 cup kidney beans
• mozzarella cheese, fat-free
• walnuts

1. Wash hands with soap and water.
2. Cook pasta according to package directions. Drain and cool.
3. In a small mixing bowl, whisk together vegetable oil, vinegar, Dijon-style mustard, and pepper to make vinaigrette.
4. In a large mixing bowl, combine pasta, beans, basil, and tomatoes. Pour vinaigrette over top and toss together. Cover and chill at least 1 hour.
5. If desired, add nuts and cheese just before serving, tossing again to combine.