Pasta Primavera Salad

Contributed By: DCC
Dairy Council of California

Zesty and tangy - healthy and easy!

Total Preparation Time: Less than 15 minutes
Ingredients: Rice, Pasta & Bread
Actual Cooking Time: 15 to 30 minutes
Number of Servings: 4
Origin: Italian
Special Features: Kids can help make it
Nutrition Content: High Fiber
Holiday: July 4th
Meal Type: Salads & Dressings

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Ingredients

3/4 pound Uncooked corkscrew pasta, hot cooked and drained
3 tablespoons Olive or vegetable oil
2 Medium zucchini, cut into 1/4-inch slices
1 cup Broccoli flowerets, steamed crisp-tender
1 Large red or green bell pepper, cut into small chunks
1/2 cup Cherry tomato halves
1/3 cup Sliced radishes
3 Green onions, chopped
2 tablespoons Drained capers, optional
1 cup Prepared ranch salad dressing

Preparation

In large bowl, toss pasta and oil; cool. Add remaining ingredients; toss again. cover; refrigerate at least 2 hours. Just before serving, add additional salad dressing, if desired.

Cook's Notes

Nutrition Information

Calories: 725 ; Total Fat: 43g ; Saturated Fat: 6g ; Polyunsaturated Fat: 19g ; Carbohydrates: 72g ; Protein: 13g ; Sodium: 859mg ; Fiber: 5g

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