Contadina Insalata Minestrone Recipe

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Brief

Prep 20 mins

Cook: 10 mins

Total: 30 mins

Servings: 6

Yield: 6 servings

Contadina Insalata Minestrone Recipe

Ingredients

4 ounces dry rotini pasta

1 (14.5 ounce) can Contadina® Petite Diced Tomatoes

drained

1 (15 ounce) can white beans

rinsed and drained

¾ cup diced zucchini

¾ cup diced yellow bell pepper

¾ cup diced carrot

½ cup frozen peas

thawed

¼ cup chopped fresh basil

2 tablespoons finely diced red onion

¼ cup Grated Parmesan cheese

¼ cup olive oil

¼ cup red wine vinegar

2 tablespoons Contadina® Tomato Paste

1 tablespoon chopped fresh oregano

1 clove garlic

minced

Salt and black pepper to taste

Tips

Directions

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.

Nutritional Information

Contadina Insalata Minestrone Recipe

Servings Per Recipe:6

Calories: 261.9

% Daily Value *

Protein: 8.4g 17%

Carbohydrates: 33.6g 11%

Dietary Fiber: 6g 24%

Sugars: 3.5g

Fat: 10.7g 17%

Saturated Fat: 1.9g 10%

Cholesterol: 2.9mg 1%

Vitamin A Iu: 3121.2IU 62%

Niacin Equivalents: 2.3mg 18%

Vitamin B6: 0.1mg 8%

Vitamin C: 41.2mg 69%

Folate: 53.9mcg 14%

Calcium: 82.2mg 8%

Iron: 2.2mg 12%

Magnesium: 21.7mg 8%

Potassium: 194.8mg 6%

Sodium: 363.7mg 15%

Thiamin: 0.2mg 16%

Calories From Fat: 96.5

*Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.

**Nutrient information is not available for all ingredients. Amount is based on available nutrient data.

(-)Information is not currently available for this nutrient. If you are following a medically restrictive diet, please consult your doctor or registered dietitian before preparing this recipe for personal consumption.