GREEN SHELL SALAD

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Pasta provides the base for this palate-pleasing salad. "I lightened up a friend's version of this recipe," relates Janet Bernard from Twinsburg, Ohio. "Seasoned with garden-fresh herbs, it tastes, looks and smalls wonderful. It's always a big hit at cookouts and family gatherings."

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories Lunch

Time 20m

Yield 9 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 12

Ingredients

12 ounces small shell pasta
1/2 cup fat-free plain yogurt
1/2 cup reduced-fat mayonnaise
1/2 cup minced fresh parsley
1/2 cup minced fresh basil
2 tablespoons olive oil
3 green onions, sliced
2 teaspoons lemon juice
2 garlic cloves, peeled
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/8 teaspoon pepper
1/3 cup grated Parmesan cheese

Steps:

Cook pasta according to package directions; drain and rinse in cold water. Place in a serving bowl; set aside. In a blender or food processor, combine the next 10 ingredients; cover and process until smooth. , Pour over pasta and toss to coat. Sprinkle with Parmesan cheese. Serve immediately.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 147 calories, Fat 9g fat (2g saturated fat), Cholesterol 8mg cholesterol, Sodium 303mg sodium, Carbohydrate 14g carbohydrate (0 sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 4g protein. Diabetic Exchanges