Zesty Grilled Zucchini Pasta Salad |
|
 |
Prep Time: 240 Minutes Cook Time: 20 Minutes |
Ready In: 260 Minutes Servings: 6 |
|
Recipe was printed on one of those recipe cards from the grocery store. I really liked the flavors of this dish and used it as a main dish by adding some grilled chicken too. I used an indoor grill pan but of course this would work on an outdoor grill too. **Note 4-8 hours of marinading of veggies is needed to really get the flavors** Hope you enjoy it too! Ingredients:
3 medium zucchini, cut into 1/2 inch rounds |
1 red onion, cut into thick wedges |
1 large red bell pepper, seeded and cut into quarters |
1/2 cup light balsamic vinaigrette |
1 (14 ounce) package penne, pasta (tubular, use multi-grain or whole-wheat) |
1/2 cup fresh parsley, chopped |
salt and pepper |
1 cup parmesan cheese, shredded |
Directions:
1. Place zucchini, onion, red bell pepper and vinaigrette in a large resealable bag. Seal bag and refrigerate 4-8 hours, turning occasionally.
2. Boil 4 quarts of water and cook Penne pasta to al dente, about 8-10 minutes (according to package directions).
3. Preheat grill to medium (300-350F/150-180C). Remove veggies from marinade and reserve marinade. Place veggies on a veggie grill rack and grill covered for 8-10 minutes, turning once. Remove from grill and cut into bite-size pieces.
4. Drain pasta, transfer to a deep serving platter/dish. Spoon veggies over pasta and drizzle with reserved marinade. (I heated the marinade for a bit in the microwave to warm before drizzling over the pasta & veggies).
5. Season dish with salt & pepper to taste (I used McCormick's Garlic Pepper Grinder instead) and sprinkle with parsley and Parmesan. Serve immediately.
|
|