Summer Vegetable and Pasta Salad

Summer Vegetable and Pasta Salad

Prep time: 10 minutes
Cooking time: 10 minutes
Makes: 6 servings
Serving Size 1 cup

Ingredients

3 cups uncooked whole wheat pasta
1 cup chopped broccoli
1 cup peeled and diced cucumber
1 cup sliced summer squash
3⁄4 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.
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