Whole-Wheat Pasta/Cheese Salad |
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Prep Time: 20 Minutes Cook Time: 0 Minutes |
Ready In: 20 Minutes Servings: 4 |
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This dish is perfect for those times when you're in the mood for something different . Serve it as a salad or as a main course. Ingredients:
soy/ginger dressing: |
3 tablespoons soy sauce |
3 tablespoons cider vinegar |
3/4 teaspoon ground ginger |
1 large clove garlic, minced |
1/4 teaspoon hot pepper sauce |
1/3 cup vegetable oil |
2 tablespoons minced green onions |
salad: |
8 ounces whole wheat macaroni or spiral pasta |
2 cups fresh broccoli florets, cooked tender-crisp, drained |
1 large sweet red pepper, cut into thin strips |
8 ounces part-skim mozzarella cheese, cut in 1-1/2-inch x 1/4-inch strips |
Directions:
1. In a large salad bowl, combine the soy sauce, vinegar, ginger, garlic and pepper sauce. Whisk in oil and green onions; set aside.
2. Cook pasta in boiling water for 3-7 minutes; drain. In large bowl, combine the pasta, broccoli, red pepper and cheese. Drizzle with dressing; toss to coat. Refrigerate leftovers. Yield: 4 servings.
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