Contadina® Insalata Minestrone

The flavors and ingredients from the popular soup were cleverly translated to make this delicious pasta salad–voted as a finalist in the recent Contadina® recipe contest.

Step: 1

Cook pasta according to package directions. Drain and rinse with cold water.

Step: 2

Combine pasta and remaining salad ingredients, except Parmesan cheese, in a large serving bowl.

Step: 3

Whisk together dressing ingredients in a small bowl. Pour over salad and mix well. Refrigerate at least 10 minutes for flavors to blend before serving. Serve with grated Parmesan cheese, if desired.

Per Serving: 262 calories; protein 8.4g; carbohydrates 33.6g; fat 10.7g; cholesterol 2.9mg; sodium 363.7mg.