SPINACH SALAD WITH PENNE

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Loaded with fresh greens, this delightful pasta salad fits the season perfectly. Lynnell Lowney - Waunakee, Wisconsin

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Lunch

Time 25m

Yield 9 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 6

1 cup uncooked whole wheat penne pasta
1 package (6 ounces) fresh baby spinach
3/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
3/4 cup reduced-fat balsamic vinaigrette
1/3 cup pine nuts, toasted
8 fresh basil leaves, thinly sliced

Steps:

  • Cook pasta according to package directions; drain and rinse in cold water., In a large bowl, combine the spinach, cheese, vinaigrette, pine nuts, basil and pasta. Serve immediately.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 144 calories, Fat 8g fat (2g saturated fat), Cholesterol 6mg cholesterol, Sodium 269mg sodium, Carbohydrate 13g carbohydrate (2g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 7g protein. Diabetic Exchanges

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