Here's a low fat, high protein meal that is cheap and easy to prepare.

1 box vermicelli
1 can chick peas
2 carrots
1/2 head broccoli
1 can corn
Salt and pepper to taste

PESTO SAUCE:

1 c. olive oil
1 bunch fresh basil (1 c. chopped)
1/2 c. Parmesan
2 tbsp. chopped parsley

Blend pesto sauce ingredients, cover do NOT refrigerate, let sit for 2 hours or more. Add corn to water, boil; add pasta. When pasta is 3 minutes short of done, add sliced carrots, broccoli and chick peas to the water and continue cooking for 3 to 5 minutes. Drain and add 1/2 pesto mix, more if needed. Mix and serve. 4 servings.