Summer Basil Pasta Salad*
Recipe for Category Salads & Dressings
Contributed by (Recipe adapted from “Free Recipe Blog” at www.freerecipeblog.com)
Ingredients
16 oz. Whole Wheat pasta (or your favourite pasta)
2 C Spinach or Lettuce
1 C fresh diced Tomatoes
1/4 C finely sliced Red onion
4 Tbs fresh Basil, chopped
1/4 C Balsamic vinegar
1/4 C Olive oil
3 Tbs Garlic powder
Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
Cook pasta accordingly to the package. Drain and let cool. Or run under cold water and ice. Wash and chop spinach or lettuce. Wash and dice tomatoes. Slice red onion. Chop fresh basil. Mix cooled pasta, vegetables, and remaining ingredients in a large mixing bowl. Let sit in refrigerator for at least one hour.
*choppped salad turnips would be an added treat to this recipe!