Pistachios are a tasty and nutrient rich nut. They contain fiber and healthy fats which is important for keeping you fuller longer. In addition, canned beans are a great way to always have a protein on hand. Tossing this salad together with your favorite pasta shape is a great lunch to have throughout the week.
Ingredients
- 3 cups whole wheat penne or pasta of choice
- 1 can low salt white beans, drained and rinsed
- 1 can artichoke hearts, drained and rinsed
- ⅓ cup chopped pistachios, no salt added
- ⅓ cup cranberries or raisins
Dressing
- ¼ cup non fat Greek yogurt
- 1 tsp Dijon mustard
- 1 tbsp lemon juice
- 1 tsp dill
Directions
- Boil water to box instructions. Set aside once cooked. Leave to cool
- Drain and rinse both beans and artichoke
- Chop pistachios if not already chopped
- Add beans, artichokes, dried fruit and nuts to a large bowl. Added cooled pasta. Mix together
- Prepare dressing. Add Greek yogurt, mustard, lemon and dill to a small bowl. Mix
- Pour dressing over pasta mixture and enjoy
Yield: 4 servings
Nutrition Facts
410 Calories; 7g Fat (.5 g Saturated Fat; 0 g Trans Fat); 0 mg Cholesterol; 230 mg Sodium; 80 g Carbohydrate (12 g Fiber, 12g Sugar, 0g Added Sugar); 18 g Protein; 0% Daily Value (DV) Vitamin D; 6% DV Calcium; 25% DV Iron; 15% DV Potassium