Ugly Pasta Salad Recipe - Food.com

Ingredients

• 1 (15 ounce) can chickpeas, rinsed and drained
• 1 (15 ounce) can hominy, rinsed and drained
• 3 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
• 1 tablespoon minced garlic
• 4 tablespoons balsamic vinegar
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 1/2 teaspoon dried thyme
• 1/2 teaspoon dried oregano
• 1/2 lb fresh mozzarella cheese, cut into small cubes
• 1 lb medium-sized pasta shells
• 1/4 cup freshly grated parmesan cheese (optional)
• fresh ground black pepper