Garden Pasta Salad

Packed with fresh veggies, this quick recipe makes a great side dish or afternoon snack.

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 (optional)

Directions

Wash hands with warm, soapy water for 20 seconds.
In a medium-size bowl, combine macaroni, onions, cucumbers, and green peppers. Mix well.
In a separate bowl, mix vinegar, vegetable oil, salt, and pepper. If using parsley, add that too.
Pour the prepared dressing over the pasta. Mix well.
Cover bowl and refrigerate for 30 to 45 minutes. Serve cold.

Makes 6 servings

Nutrition Facts
Serving Size: 1/4 cup
Calories: 25
Total Fat: 0g
Cholesterol: 0g
Sodium: 110mg
Total Carbohydrate: 5g
Dietary Fiber: <1g
Sugars: <1g
Protein: <1g

Vitamin A: 0%
Vitamin C 10%
Calcium: 0%
Iron: 0%

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