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Summer Vegetable and Pasta Salad

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Prep time: 10 minutes
Cook time: 10 minutes
Makes: 6 cups
Nutrition Facts: View label

Ingredients

3 cups uncooked whole wheat pasta
1 cup chopped broccoli
1 cup peeled and diced cucumber
1 cup sliced summer squash
¾ cup Italian salad dressing

Directions

  1. Cook pasta according to package directions. Rinse with cold water. Place in large bowl.
  2. Add remaining ingredients and mix well.
  3. Refrigerate leftovers within 2 hours.

Notes

  • Use any colorful vegetables you have on hand. Try carrots, cherry tomatoes, green onions or frozen peas.
  • Flavor boosters: 1 cup diced, cooked chicken or ham; 1 cup garbanzo beans.

Comment

This is great! Try it with low-fat salad dressing!

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