Do you ever get excited thinking about summertime foods? I do! One of my favorite things about the season is getting an invite to a cookout, or even hosting one of my own because nothing beats warm weather grub. Even though I like warm weather, I don't like spending a lot of time over the stove when it's hot outside, so I gravitate more towards pasta salads this time of year. Not only does it require minimum stove top time, it's a lighter side dish or meal option that won't weigh you down like many other cookout foods do. I found this Tri-Color Pasta and Bean Salad on Golden Blossom Honey and thought it would be the perfect summertime recipe to have on hand for cookouts, picnics and potlucks.
I normally think pasta and beans offer up a rather bland flavor on their own, but with the extra ingredients added into this recipe, the whole dish is chock full of flavor. The honey gives it a touch of sweetness, the garlic adds in some tang, and the pine nuts round it out with a bit of warmth. You can immediately eat this pasta salad once all ingredients are tossed together, but I like to leave it in the fridge for a few hours or even overnight to let the flavors marry a bit more. Additionally, I love that it can be prepared in under 15 minutes, so if you're short on time, this is the recipe for you. If you've got a few cookouts lined up this season, keep this recipe tacked up in the kitchen as your go-to for a quick, easy and light mealtime solution.
Ingredients
1 pound tri-colored rotini, cooked al dente, drained3 Tablespoons olive oil
2 garlic cloves, minced
1/2 pound fresh mushrooms, chopped
1 ounce sundried tomatoes (not packed in oil), chopped
1 Tablespoon GOLDEN BLOSSOM RAW HONEY
pepper to taste
1 (19 oz) can kidney beans, drained and rinsed
2 (8 oz each) cans tomato, sauce
1/4 cup Romano or Parmesan cheese, grated
1/4 cup pine nuts
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How many cookouts do you host or attend during the summer?
We've actually been having a rather cold week with constant rain, which I don't mind (we've already filled five massive human size canisters of rain water) but they say we will have summer heat from next Wednesday!
ReplyDeleteThe colourful pasta looks lovely indeed, love the green macaroni! I've made me some paprikash for today with spring potatoes, carrots and some peas.
It has been non stop rain for almost 2 weeks here. I am so sick of it. I'll push my rain your way, you send me your summer heat. Deal?
DeleteYour lunch sounds nom! I haven't had peas, potatoes, or carrots in quite some time since they aren't Keto friendly. I've been steaming a lot of green beans and asparagus though.
Deal!
DeleteI think I mostly eat Keto unfriendly veggies :) which is probably why I'm such a morbidly fat walrus! Oh, well, you can never turn walrus into a giraffe, can you?
How are your berries coping? Mine have appeared but will take a month probably to gain colour even though it's June already. We do have strozzberries, though.
You are not a walrus, dahlink. You are sexy and you know it ;)
DeleteMy cherry tree finally has cherries starting to sprout. First time since I planted it 3 years ago. I am super excited about that. The blueberries are just ehhhh. I think I'll also see some blackberries this year. First time in 3 years too. My strawberries though, are not looking too good. I'll be surprised if I even see a handful of them this year :( How are your raspberries doing?
Looks nice
ReplyDeleteThanks!
DeleteWhat an interesting idea. I've never made anything like that.
ReplyDeleteIt's delicious! I hope you try it this summer :)
DeleteWe cook out a lot during the summertime. This recipe will be a bit hit with the family. It looks delicious!
ReplyDeleteCooking out is my favorite thing about summer :)
DeleteYum, this looks good! I've never had a pasta bean salad before, so I'm intrigued. I'm pretty sure I'd like it.
ReplyDeleteI hadn't either before this recipe, but it works surprisingly well!
DeleteI love a good pasta salad! This one sounds really good, I love the addition of beans.
ReplyDeleteThanks, Pam!
DeleteWhat a perfect idea for a summer party! I think I need to make this for our next backyard party!
ReplyDeleteLet me know how you like it, Jeannette!
DeleteI would have never thought to put honey in my pasta salad. Looking forward to giving this a try.
ReplyDeleteIt's such a great addition to pasta salad!
DeleteOh my that does look delicious. We do love pasta salad recipes for this time of the year.
ReplyDeleteIsn't pasta salad the most perfect summertime side dish?
DeleteThis is such a delicious sounding pasta meal and I love all the colours within it. What a great idea of a pasta bean salad.
ReplyDeleteThank You, Sarah!
DeleteSure looks like a winner to make one full yet not too full on those hot days, although hot days still don't want to play here. Not that I'm super complaining.
ReplyDeleteIt's not super hot here either yet, but I know it's coming soon!
DeleteI can't wait for summer pasta salads and this Tri-Color Pasta & Bean Salad for a Light Summer Meal Option sounds perfect for a summer night when I don't want to turn the oven on. I love pasta salad
ReplyDeleteThis would be a big hit with my family! I love a good pasta salad, and this has such great flavors!
ReplyDeleteI hope you enjoy it as much as we do, Jamie!
DeletePasta salad is always a hit in our house. I am always looking for new recipes. This one looks so inviting!
ReplyDeleteIf you make it, let me know what you think :)
DeleteI never thought to do honey on pasta salad but this looks amazing! I love to bring dishes like this to cookouts with friends!
ReplyDeleteHoney is a great addition to your summertime pasta salads!
DeleteThat is my kind of salad and just looking at the picture makes me drool. If only I had all the ingredients, I'm going to make that salad right about now.
ReplyDelete-Lynndee
My kids going to love this pasta bean salad that too sweetened with honey. Yummy side dish.
ReplyDeleteLove this recipe. I'll have to try your variation for sure this summer.
ReplyDeleteI just told my youngest that I was excited to see a 3-bean in the deli. This one is even better tough, because it has pasta, which makes it a complete meal. Yum!
ReplyDeletesound delicious...yummy
ReplyDeleteWe love pasta salads, especially in the summer! I'll have to make this recipe soon.
ReplyDeletePastas and salads r always my go to in summers! This looks just so amazing and the honey addition just steals the show!
ReplyDeleteLooking great and love all those colors, Theresa. As we are about to celebrate the end of Ramadan, we will host so many family gatherings soon :)
ReplyDeleteThis looks delicious, Theresa! You have the best recipes!
ReplyDeletegreat idea...must be delicious...yummy
ReplyDeleteThis looks like an easy dish to take to a potluck. I'll need to try it. I like all the colors!
ReplyDeleteThis looks like a delicious pasta salad! I would love to try making this for my family. Thanks for sharing.
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