Zesty Pasta Primavera Salad
Whole grain rotini and colorful vegetables elevate this pasta salad! Add canned chicken or tuna for a complete meal.
Nutrition Facts (per serving)
Values are per serving · Serving Size: 1
130
Calories
4g
Protein
18g
Carbs
6g
Fat
3g
Fiber
2g
Sugar
29mg
Sodium
Saturated Fat 1 g · Cholesterol 1 mg
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Ingredients
whole grain rotini pasta, uncooked*
2 cups
vegetable oil
3 tablespoons
lemon juice
3 tablespoons
Italian seasoning
2 1/2 teaspoons
red pepper flakes
1/8 teaspoon
cucumber, chopped
1 1/2 cups
cherry tomatoes, halved
1/2 cup
carrots, sliced
1/2 cup
red onion, minced
1/4 cup
Parmesan cheese
3 tablespoons
*Other types of whole grain pasta may be used in place of the whole grain rotini.
Instructions
- 1
Wash hands with soap and water.
- 2
Cook pasta according to the package directions.
- 3
Drain and set aside.
- 4
In a large bowl, whisk oil, lemon juice, Italian seasoning, and red pepper flakes.
- 5
Add cooked pasta, cucumber, tomato, carrots, red onion, and Parmesan cheese to the dressing.
- 6
Mix well and chill for 2 hours before serving.
Source: USDA MyPlate Kitchen · Recipe adapted from Chickasaw Nation Get Fresh! Nutrition Education Program
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