Garden Pasta Salad
Pasta salad is a cool and delightful addition to lunch or dinner. It goes with soup or a sandwich.
- 6 Servings
- Less than $3.00
Garden Pasta Salad
Pasta salad is a cool and delightful addition to lunch or dinner. It goes with soup or a sandwich.
- 6 Servings
- Less than $3.00
Ingredients
- 1/2 cup macaroni, cooked
- 1/4 cup onion, finely chopped
- 1/2 cup cucumber, finely chopped
- 1/4 cup green pepper, diced
- 1 tablespoon vinegar
- 1/2 tablespoon vegetable oil
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon pepper
- 1 teaspoon parsley, chopped
Steps
1
In a medium-sized bowl, combine macaroni, onions, cucumbers, and green peppers. Mix well.
2
In a separate bowl, mix vinegar, vegetable oil, salt, and pepper. If using parsley, add that too.
3
Pour the prepared dressing over the pasta. Mix well.
4
Cover bowl and refrigerate for 30 to 45 minutes. Serve cold.
Ingredients
Serving Size: 1/4 cup
| Nutrients | Amount |
|---|---|
| Total Calories | 34 |
| Total Fat | 1 g |
| Saturated Fat | 0 g |
| Monounsaturated Fat | 0 g |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 1 g |
| Linoleic Acid | 0 g |
| α-Linolenic Acid | 0.1 g |
| Omega 3 - EPA | 0 mg |
| Omega 3 - DHA | 0 mg |
| Cholesterol | 0 mg |
| Carbohydrates | 5 g |
| Dietary Fiber | 1 g |
| Total Sugars | 1 g |
| Added Sugars included | 0 g |
| Protein | 1 g |
| Minerals | |
| Calcium | 6 |
| Potassium | 48 mg |
| Sodium | 98 mg |
| Copper | 29 mcg |
| Iron | 0 |
| Magnesium | 5 mg |
| Phosphorus | 13 mg |
| Selenium | 3 mcg |
| Zinc | 0 mg |
| Vitamins | |
| Vitamin A | 4 mcg RAE |
| Vitamin B6 | 0 mg |
| Vitamin B12 | 0 mg |
| Vitamin C | 7 mg |
Source:
- A Harvest of Recipes with USDA Foods
- USDA Food Distribution Program on Indian Reservations