CUCUMBER BOW TIE SALAD

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A nice light pasta salad for lunch or patio supper. It goes together in a hurry. Low in calories and fat.

Provided by Miss Annie

Categories     Lunch/Snacks

Time 25m

Yield 6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 9

4 ounces bow tie pasta (farfalle)
2 tablespoons rice vinegar
1 1/2 tablespoons peanut oil or 1 1/2 tablespoons vegetable oil
1 teaspoon sugar
1 teaspoon hot chili oil
1/4 teaspoon salt, to taste
1 small cucumber, scored,thinly sliced (about 2 cups)
1/2 cup chopped red bell pepper
1/3 cup very thinly sliced red onions or 1/3 cup other sweet onion

Steps:

  • Bring 3 quarts water to a boil over medium-high heat.
  • Pour in pasta and return to a boil.
  • Cook until al dente, 8-10 minutes, stirring occasionally.
  • Meanwhile, in a medium bowl, combine vinegar, oil, sugar, chili oil, and salt; mix well.
  • Add the cucumber, bell pepper, and onion, and toss to coat.
  • Drain the pasta and rinse with cold water.
  • Drain again, add to the cucumber mixture, and toss well.
  • Serve immediately or cover and chill.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 120, Fat 4.3, SaturatedFat 0.8, Cholesterol 16, Sodium 102.4, Carbohydrate 17.7, Fiber 1.2, Sugar 2.8, Protein 3.2

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