Meals Matter

Pasta Primavera Salad

Contributed By: DCC
Dairy Council of California

Zesty and tangy - healthy and easy!

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.

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Recipe Details

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

Nutrient Information

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