Mix up your favorite beans with fresh herbs and a vinaigrette, and you’ve got a great way to add protein to a meal. Adapted from The Vegetarian 5-Ingredient Gourmet. ^[1]

Serves: 6

• Two 16-ounce cans black, pinto, or pink beans, or black-eyed peas
  (or a combination of two kinds), drained and rinsed
• 1/4 to 1/2 cup finely chopped fresh parsley, or to taste
• 2 to 3 scallions, thinly sliced
• 1/2 cup natural low-fat vinaigrette, homemade ^[2]or store-bought
• Freshly ground pepper to taste

Combine the ingredients in a serving container and toss well. Cover and marinate an hour or two, refrigerated, then serve.

• Explore Bean Salads ^[3] for more easy, tasty ideas.