Vegetable And Pasta Toss Recipe

This vibrant Vegetable & Pasta Toss is a delicious and healthy recipe, perfect for potlucks or a light weeknight meal. Packed with fresh vegetables and tossed in a zesty Italian dressing, it's a crowd-pleaser that's surprisingly low in fat. Get ready for rave reviews!

Prep Time 15 mins
Cook Time 60 mins
Calories 87.9 kcal
Protein 7g
Rating 5.0 (1 Reviews)
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Recipe adapted from Food.com. Standardized by Forktionary.

Ingredients for Vegetable And Pasta Toss

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How to Make Vegetable And Pasta Toss

  1. Cook pasta according to package directions, omitting any added oil.
  2. During the last minute of pasta cooking time, add broccoli and cauliflower florets to the boiling water.
  3. Drain the pasta and vegetables thoroughly. Rinse under cold water to stop the cooking process.
  4. While pasta is cooking, prepare artichoke hearts according to package directions. Drain and rinse under cold water. Halve any large pieces.
  5. In a large bowl, combine the cooked and cooled pasta, broccoli, cauliflower, artichoke hearts, diced carrots, and sliced green onions.
  6. Add the Italian dressing and gently toss to coat evenly.
  7. Cover the bowl and refrigerate for at least 2 hours to allow the flavors to meld. This step is crucial for the best taste!
  8. Serve chilled. For an extra presentation touch, serve on a bed of lettuce leaves.

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

13 g

Sugar

10g

Fat

0g

Carbs

5g

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