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Pasta Pea & Pepper Salad πŸ₯—

Overview:

  • Name: Pasta Pea & Pepper Salad
  • Cook Time: 35 minutes
  • Prep Time: 30 minutes
  • Total Time: 1 hour 5 minutes
  • Description: This salad is versatile – it can be served hot or cold, and tastes great either way! For a refreshing twist, you can substitute canned corn for the peas, straight from the can into the dressing!
  • Recipe Category: Lunch/Snacks
  • Keywords: Vegetable, Healthy, Kid Friendly, Potluck, Weeknight, Stove Top, < 4 Hours, Easy, Inexpensive
  • Servings: 6

Nutritional Information (per serving):

  • Calories: 341.4
  • Fat: 9.5g
  • Saturated Fat: 1.7g
  • Cholesterol: 31.9mg
  • Sodium: 446.1mg
  • Carbohydrates: 51.4g
  • Fiber: 10.3g
  • Sugar: 6.4g
  • Protein: 13.9g

Ingredients:

  • 1 bow tie pasta
  • 2/3 bell peppers (any color)
  • 8 ounces peas (fresh or frozen)
  • 1 1/2 cups salad dressing (your favorite)

Instructions:

Step Description
1 In a medium saucepan, bring peas and 2-1/2 cups water to a boil.
2 Reduce heat, cover and simmer for 15-20 minutes or until peas are just tender.
3 Drain peas and transfer them to a large bowl.
4 Stir salad dressing into peas and set aside.
5 Cook noodles according to package instructions; then drain.
6 Toss drained noodles with peas and add your bell peppers.
7 Season with salt and pepper to taste.

Detailed Instructions:

  1. Prepare Peas:

    • In a medium saucepan, bring the peas and 2-1/2 cups of water to a boil over medium-high heat.
  2. Simmer Peas:

    • Reduce the heat to low, cover the saucepan, and allow the peas to simmer for 15-20 minutes or until they are just tender.
  3. Drain and Transfer:

    • Once the peas are cooked, drain them thoroughly and transfer them to a large mixing bowl.
  4. Add Dressing:

    • Gently stir the salad dressing into the cooked peas until they are well coated. Set aside.
  5. Cook Pasta:

    • While the peas are simmering, cook the bow tie pasta according to the package instructions until it’s al dente. Once cooked, drain the pasta well.
  6. Combine Ingredients:

    • In the large mixing bowl with the peas and dressing, add the drained pasta.
  7. Add Bell Peppers:

    • Wash and dice the bell peppers into small, bite-sized pieces. Add them to the bowl with the pasta and peas.
  8. Season and Toss:

    • Season the salad with salt and pepper according to your taste preferences. Gently toss all the ingredients together until they are evenly distributed and coated with dressing.
  9. Serve:

    • Transfer the Pasta Pea & Pepper Salad to a serving dish or individual plates. It can be served immediately while still warm, or you can refrigerate it and serve it cold later.

Enjoy the delightful blend of flavors and textures in this Pasta Pea & Pepper Salad, perfect for lunch, snacks, or any occasion!

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