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Pasta Vegetable Salad

Source: Eating Smart Being Active Recipes Colorado State University and University of California at Davis

Published by the USDA MyPlate Kitchen library. Read from an archived copy of the source page captured 2025-12-31.

Try this tasty salad with whole grain pasta in your favorite shape. Enjoy with family and friends at your next gathering.

Makes
6 Servings

Ingredients

  • 2 cups cooked pasta
  • 1 cup cucumber, diced
  • 1 large tomato, chopped
  • 1/2 medium green pepper, diced
  • 1/4 medium onion, diced
  • 1/2 cup frozen peas, thawed
  • 1/4 cup Italian salad dressing

Directions

  1. Wash your hands with soap and water.
  2. Mix all ingredients in a medium-sized bowl.
  3. Cover and refrigerate for at least 1 hour.
  4. Mix again before serving.
  5. Refrigerate leftovers.

Notes

Learn more about: Cucumbers Tomatoes Bell Peppers Onions Peas

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