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.

Themidiclorian
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This salad is delicious! I love the combination of flavors and textures. It's the perfect side dish for a summer cookout.


Brianna Dittbrenner
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I'm always looking for new pasta salad recipes, and this one is a keeper! It's so easy to make and it's always a crowd-pleaser.


David Stephens
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This salad is a great way to get your kids to eat their vegetables. My kids loved the colorful veggies and the tangy dressing.


Jessica Atkins
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I made this salad for a party and it was a huge hit! Everyone raved about how delicious it was. I'll definitely be making it again.


THQ gamerz
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This salad is so refreshing and light. It's perfect for a summer lunch or dinner. I love the pop of color from the vegetables.


Dan Xia
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I'm not a huge fan of raw vegetables, but this salad was surprisingly good. The dressing is really flavorful and helps to balance out the crunchiness of the veggies.


Irfan Javed
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This recipe is a great way to use up leftover veggies. I had some zucchini, carrots, and broccoli that needed to be used up, and this salad was the perfect way to do it. It turned out delicious!


Immanuel Sauceda
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I added some grilled chicken to this salad and it was amazing! The chicken added a nice protein boost and made it a more complete meal.


MD joray Shak
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Just made this salad for a potluck and it was a hit! Everyone loved the combination of flavors and textures. The dressing is simple but really tasty. I'll definitely be making this again.


The King Floppa
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This fresh vegetable pasta salad is a total winner! It's packed with colorful veggies, tender pasta, and a tangy dressing that brings it all together. I especially love the crunch of the red bell pepper and the sweetness of the cherry tomatoes. Defin