Summer Garden Lentil and Pasta Salad Recipe

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Ingredients:

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2 1/2 tbsp balsamic vinegar
1 1/2 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
1 tbsp minced shallot
1 tbsp dijon mustard
1 1/2 tsp minced fresh garlic
1/8 tsp salt
1/8 tsp pepper
1 cup fat-free chicken broth
1/2 cup petite dry green lentils
1 bay leaf
2 cups uncooked orecchiette ( pasta)
1 cup chopped zucchini
3/4 cup halved cherry tomatoes
1/2 cup chopped red bell pepper
1/2 cup chopped yellow bell pepper
1/2 cup chopped red onion
2 tbsp chopped fresh basil
2 tbsp chopped fresh flat leaf parsley
2 tbsp grated parmigiano-reggiano cheese
1 1/2 tsp chopped fresh oregano (or 1/2 tsp. dried )
1 1/2 tsp chopped fresh thyme (or 1/2 tsp. dried )
1/4 tsp salt
1/4 tsp fresh ground black pepper

Directions:

To make the vinaigrette: Add the first 7 ingredients to the container of a blender or food processor; process until well blended.
To make the salad: Add the broth, lentils, and bay leaf to a saucepan; bring to a boil.
Lower the heat; simmer 25 minutes or until lentils are tender.
Drain; rinse under cold water; drain.
Discard bay leaf.
Cook pasta according to package directions, omitting the salt and fat; drain and rinse under cold water, then drain again.
Add lentils, pasta, zucchini, and remaining 11 ingredients to a mixing bowl; stir gently to combine.
Drizzle with vinaigrette; toss to coat; adjust seasoning to taste and serve.

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Nutrition Facts

Per Serving Per 100 g

Amount Per 1 Serving
Calories	580.71 Kcal (2431 kJ)
Calories from fat	80.09 Kcal
		% Daily Value*
Total Fat	8.9g	14%
Cholesterol	3.85mg	1%
Sodium	357.27mg	15%
Potassium	473.32mg	10%
Total Carbs	88.62g	30%
Sugars	9.75g	39%
Dietary Fiber	10.75g	43%
Protein	22.48g	45%
Vitamin C	76.3mg	127%
Vitamin A	1.2mg	39%
Iron	25.6mg	142%
Calcium	92.7mg	9%

Amount Per 100 g
Calories	144.19 Kcal (604 kJ)
Calories from fat	19.89 Kcal
		% Daily Value*
Total Fat	2.21g	14%
Cholesterol	0.95mg	1%
Sodium	88.71mg	15%
Potassium	117.52mg	10%
Total Carbs	22g	30%
Sugars	2.42g	39%
Dietary Fiber	2.67g	43%
Protein	5.58g	45%
Vitamin C	19mg	127%
Vitamin A	0.3mg	39%
Iron	6.4mg	142%
Calcium	23mg	9%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.
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