Pasta and Vegetable Salad

Portion Size: 1 cup

Ingredients:     Yields: 8 servings

IngredientsNotes:
1 lb. pound package pasta (Rotelle)May use whole grain
3 cups assorted fresh vegetablesWashed, trimmed and sliced
1 medium red or green bell pepperWashed and chopped
½ cup sliced pitted ripe olives 
2 tablespoons fresh parsleyWashed and chopped
1 (12 oz.) bottle low fat Italian salad dressing 
1 tablespoon Dijon-style mustard 
¼ teaspoon pepper 

Directions:

Steps:Directions:Critical Control Point /Quality Assurance
1Cook pasta according to directions on the package. Drain.Cook until internal temperature reaches 135°F.
2In a large bowl, blend Italian dressing, mustard and pepper. Add remaining ingredients; mix well. 
3Cover; chill thoroughly. 

Jacqueline Larson M.S., R.D.N. and Associates