Ingredients

  • 10 ounces uncooked penne pasta
  • 1 cup sliced zucchini
  • 1 cup sliced carrots
  • 1/2 cup sliced fresh mushrooms
  • 1/2 cup julienned green or sweet red pepper
  • 1 small onion, thinly sliced
  • 1 garlic clove, minced
  • 1 tablespoon each minced fresh basil, oregano and thyme or 1 teaspoon each dried basil, oregano and thyme
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1/4 teaspoon pepper
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil, divided
  • 1 can (15 ounces) black beans, rinsed and drained
  • 2/3 cup chopped seeded tomatoes
  • 1/3 cup shredded Parmesan cheese
  • 2 tablespoons minced fresh parsley

Method

  • Cook pasta according to package directions. Meanwhile, in a
  • , saute the zucchini, carrots, mushrooms, green pepper, onion, garlic and seasonings in 1 tablespoon oil until crisp-tender. Stir in the beans.
  • Drain pasta; add to vegetable mixture. Add tomatoes and remaining olive oil; toss gently. Sprinkle with Parmesan cheese and parsley.