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FRESH VEGETABLE PASTA SALAD



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THIS colorful pasta salad is a family favorite and one I make often because I love fresh vegetables. It's a meal in itself or a side dish compatible with any cut of meat. It's also any easy salad I often bring along to a pot luck supper.

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Lunch

Time 20m

Yield 2 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 8

1/2 cup uncooked small pasta shells
1/4 cup fresh cauliflowerets
1/4 cup fresh broccoli florets
1/4 cup thinly sliced fresh carrots
1/4 cup chopped sweet yellow pepper
1/4 cup chopped seeded tomatoes
1/4 cup creamy Italian salad dressing
Leaf lettuce, optional

Steps:

  • Cook pasta according to package directions. Meanwhile, in a small saucepan, cook the cauliflower, broccoli, carrots and yellow pepper in boiling water for 2 minutes. Rinse in cold water and drain well; place in a bowl. Drain pasta and rinse in cold water; add to vegetables. Cover and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes. , Stir in tomatoes. Add dressing and toss to coat. Serve on lettuce-lined plates if desired.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 218 calories, Fat 12g fat (2g saturated fat), Cholesterol 0 cholesterol, Sodium 266mg sodium, Carbohydrate 24g carbohydrate (5g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 4g protein.

RAW VEGETABLE SALAD



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This is a flavorful and crunchy vegetable salad tossed with peanuts and bacon bits.

Provided by Pamela Brown

Categories     Salad     Vegetable Salad Recipes

Time 25m

Yield 18

Number Of Ingredients 13

6 slices bacon
3 cups chopped broccoli
3 cups chopped cauliflower
3 cups chopped celery
1 (10 ounce) package frozen green peas, thawed
1 cup sweetened dried cranberries (such as Craisins®)
1 ½ cups mayonnaise
¼ cup Parmesan cheese
¼ cup white sugar
2 tablespoons grated onion
1 tablespoon white wine vinegar
1 teaspoon salt
1 cup Spanish peanuts

Steps:

  • Place bacon in a large deep skillet. Cook over medium-high heat until evenly brown, 10 to 15 minutes. Drain bacon on a paper towel-lined plate; crumble.
  • Mix broccoli, cauliflower, celery, peas, and cranberries in a large bowl.
  • Whisk mayonnaise, Parmesan cheese, sugar, onion, vinegar, and salt together in a bowl. Pour dressing over the salad; add nuts and bacon and toss well.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 283 calories, Carbohydrate 15 g, Cholesterol 14.3 mg, Fat 23.3 g, Fiber 2.9 g, Protein 5.5 g, SaturatedFat 4.4 g, Sodium 373.5 mg, Sugar 10.1 g

VEGETABLE PASTA SALAD



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This light, multicolored salad is an original. When I serve it at potlucks, I', always asked for the recipe. It's also a standby for the "snowbirds" who gather with us in Arizona each winter. -Kathy Crow, Cordova, Alaska

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Lunch

Time 25m

Yield 16-18 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 15

12 ounces spiral pasta, cooked and drained
6 green onions, thinly sliced
1 to 2 small zucchini, thinly sliced
2 cups frozen broccoli and cauliflower, thawed and drained
1-1/2 cups thinly sliced carrots, parboiled
1 cup thinly sliced celery
1/2 cup frozen peas, thawed
1 jar (2-1/4 ounces) sliced ripe olives, drained
1 jar (6 ounces) marinated artichoke hearts, drained and quartered
DRESSING:
1/2 cup mayonnaise
1/2 cup bottled Italian salad dressing
1/2 cup sour cream
1 tablespoon prepared mustard
1/2 teaspoon Italian seasoning

Steps:

  • In a large bowl, combine pasta, onions, zucchini, broccoli and cauliflower, carrots, celery, peas, olives and artichoke hearts. In a small bowl, combine dressing ingredients. Pour over pasta and vegetables and toss. Cover and refrigerate for at least 1 hour.

Nutrition Facts :

VEGGIE PASTA SALAD



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Melissa Marsh of Bethlehem, Pennsylvania shares this colorful pasta salad with fresh veggies in a pleasant balsamic vinegar dressing. Fix a batch ahead of time for sensational meatless meals all week.

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Lunch

Time 35m

Yield 10 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 13

8 ounces uncooked tricolor spiral pasta
3 small tomatoes, chopped
1 cup thinly sliced green onions
1 cup each chopped celery, sweet red pepper, zucchini and carrots
3 tablespoons balsamic vinegar
2 tablespoons minced fresh basil or 2 teaspoons dried basil
2 tablespoons olive oil
1 tablespoon sugar
1 tablespoon minced fresh oregano or 1 teaspoon dried oregano
2 garlic cloves, minced
1 teaspoon salt
1/8 teaspoon pepper
1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese

Steps:

  • Cook pasta according to package directions. Meanwhile, in a large bowl, combine the vegetables, vinegar, basil, oil, sugar, oregano, garlic, salt and pepper. , Drain pasta and rinse in cold water; stir into vegetable mixture. Add Parmesan cheese and toss to coat. Cover and refrigerate for at least 2 hours before serving.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 108 calories, Fat 5g fat (1g saturated fat), Cholesterol 4mg cholesterol, Sodium 352mg sodium, Carbohydrate 13g carbohydrate (0 sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 4g protein. Diabetic Exchanges

PASTA VEGETABLE SALAD



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It only takes minutes to cook the tricolor pasta, but to really beat the clock, chop the vegetables ahead of time. I sometimes give the salad southwestern flair by adding black beans, frozen corn and salsa. The I top it off with a tomato-based dressing that I've spiced up with taco seasoning.-Helen Turner, Upland, Indiana

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Lunch

Time 15m

Yield 4 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 8

1-1/2 cups uncooked tricolor spiral pasta
1/2 cup fresh broccoli florets
1/2 cup cauliflowerets
1/2 cup chopped cucumber
1/2 cup chopped celery
1/3 cup sliced carrot
1/4 cup chopped tomato
1/4 to 1/3 cup ranch salad dressing

Steps:

  • Cook pasta according to package directions; drain and rinse with cold water. Place in a large bowl; add vegetables. Drizzle with salad dressing; toss to coat. Cover and refrigerate for 1-2 hours.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 208 calories, Fat 9g fat (1g saturated fat), Cholesterol 3mg cholesterol, Sodium 146mg sodium, Carbohydrate 28g carbohydrate (3g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 5g protein.

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