Here’s one of my favorites. Most any sort of bean takes well to embellishment with fresh herbs and a good vinaigrette. See the menu suggestion with Sweet Potato Soup (page 29).

Ingredients

　　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

　　4 cup natural low-fat vinaigrette

　　Freshly ground pepper to taste

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　　The Vegetarian 5-Ingredient Gourmet