LMF – Summer Pasta Salad
Yields 4 servings
Salad:
12oz. gluten free penne
1 cup cherry tomatoes
1 medium zuchinni
1 medium broccoli crown
1/2 medium red onion
1 bell pepper
1/2 bunch parsley
6 oz. diced turkey breast
Vinaigrette
1/2 cup olive oil
1/2 cup red wine vinegar
1 tbls Dijon mustard
1 tsp Italian seasoning
1 tsp minced garlic
dash of salt
pepper to taste
Instructions:
Bring a large pot of lightly salted water to boil. Add the pasta and boil for 5-7 minutes or until tender. Drain in a colander. Meanwhile, prepare the vegetables (zucchini, broccoli, tomato, onion, parsley and red pepper) and cut into bite sized pieces. While the pasta is cooling, prepare the vinaigrette in a small bowl by whisking together all the ingredients. Combine the cooked pasta (cooled), chopped vegetables, turkey and vinaigrette. Stir and mix well . Serve immediately or refrigerate until ready to eat.