Macaroni and Bean Salad

4 servings

30 minutes

Pasta and bean salad is an unusual and hearty dish that combines the textural softness of pasta with the rich flavor of beans. Originating from gourmet cuisine, this salad merges traditional ingredients into a modern gastronomic experiment. Carrots and pickled cucumbers add freshness and a slight tang, while a zesty dressing of wine vinegar and mustard enhances the flavor with depth and complexity. The ease of preparation and availability of ingredients make this salad an excellent choice for a casual lunch or dinner. It can be served as a standalone dish or as a side to meat and fish main courses. Each serving brings harmony of taste, richness, and enjoyment from its simplicity.

Energy value per serving

• Calories: 214.8
• Proteins: 8.2g
• Fats: 0.9g
• Carbohydrates: 46g

Ingredients

• Beans: 300 g
• Gomiti Pasta (Horns): 200 g
• Carrot: 2 pc
• Pickles: 100 g
• Onion: 1 head
• Mustard: 1 tsp
• White wine vinegar: 3 tbsp
• Salt: to taste
• Vegetable oil: to taste

Cooking steps

1. Boil the beans in salted water, drain in a colander, and let the water drain.

   Required ingredients:

   • Beans: 300 g
   • Salt:  to taste

2. Boil the pasta, rinse with cold water, and drain in a colander.

   Required ingredients:

   • Gomiti Pasta (Horns): 200 g

3. Chop the vegetables (carrots, cucumbers, and onions). Mix the beans, pasta, and chopped vegetables.

   Required ingredients:

   • Beans: 300 g
   • Gomiti Pasta (Horns): 200 g
   • Carrot: 2 pieces
   • Pickles: 100 g
   • Onion: 1 head

4. Make a dressing from wine vinegar, mustard, and oil. Add to the salad.

   Required ingredients:

   • White wine vinegar: 3 tablespoons
   • Mustard: 1 teaspoon
   • Vegetable oil:  to taste