Rotini Salad Nicoise (Light) Recipe

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Ingredients:

Serving

12 oz rotini pasta ( use whole wheat if you like)
6 oz green beans, cut in 3/4 inch length (can use frozen )
1 3/4 cups tomatoes, chopped , about 2 medium
3/4 cup cucumber, diced (peel if using waxy cucumbers)
3/4 cup sweet red pepper, diced
1/2 cup red onion, sliced very thinly
1 (6 1/2 oz) can tuna in water, drained
1/3 cup black olives, sliced
1/4-1/2 cup fresh dill, finely chopped (or 1 tbsp dried
5 anchovies, minced (optional)
salt and pepper , to taste
1/3 cup olive oil
1/4 cup fresh lemon juice
1/4 cup balsamic vinegar
2 tbsp water
2 tsp garlic, minced

Directions:

Cook pasta to al dente, according to package directions, drain and rinse under cold water. Set aside.
Cook beans gently in boiling water until tender-crisp, about 3-5 minutes, and drain.
Combine all salad ingredients in a large bowl.
Whisk together the dressing ingredients.
Note: The dressing will not hold together as there is no emulsifying ingredient such as mustard.
Pour dressing over salad, tossing to coat evenly.
Add salt and pepper to taste.
If making ahead, check for salt and pepper again before serving.

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Nutrition Facts

Per Serving Per 100 g

Amount Per 1 Serving
Calories	182.51 Kcal (764 kJ)
Calories from fat	100.61 Kcal
		% Daily Value*
Total Fat	11.18g	17%
Cholesterol	1.28mg	0%
Sodium	167.86mg	7%
Potassium	263.04mg	6%
Total Carbs	17.31g	6%
Sugars	4.74g	19%
Dietary Fiber	2.37g	9%
Protein	3.75g	7%
Vitamin C	30.2mg	50%
Iron	48.6mg	270%
Calcium	33mg	3%

Amount Per 100 g
Calories	101.56 Kcal (425 kJ)
Calories from fat	55.99 Kcal
		% Daily Value*
Total Fat	6.22g	17%
Cholesterol	0.71mg	0%
Sodium	93.41mg	7%
Potassium	146.38mg	6%
Total Carbs	9.63g	6%
Sugars	2.64g	19%
Dietary Fiber	1.32g	9%
Protein	2.08g	7%
Vitamin C	16.8mg	50%
Iron	27.1mg	270%
Calcium	18.4mg	3%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.
Find out how many calories should you eat.

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savory
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Weightwatchers Points

4.1

Points
5

PointsPlus

Good Points

saturated fat free,
low sodium,
cholesterol free

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