STRAWBERRY PASTA SALAD

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Bow tie pasta with strawberries makes a refreshing salad, especially with a little chopped mint. I multiply it for brunches, potlucks, even tailgates. -Barbara Lento, Houston, Pennsylvania

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Lunch

Time 35m

Yield 12 servings (0.667 cup each).

Number Of Ingredients 12

1/2 pound uncooked mini farfalle or other bow tie pasta
1/2 cup lemon yogurt
1/4 cup canola oil
2 tablespoons lemon juice
1/2 teaspoon sea salt
1/8 teaspoon cayenne pepper
1 green onion, thinly sliced
2 tablespoons crystallized ginger, finely chopped
1 tablespoon pickled jalapeno slices, finely chopped
1 pound fresh strawberries, quartered
1/4 cup slivered almonds, toasted
Toasted sweetened shredded coconut and small fresh mint leaves, optional

Steps:

  • Cook pasta according to package directions. Drain pasta; rinse with cold water and drain well., In a large bowl, whisk yogurt, oil, lemon juice, salt and cayenne until blended; stir in green onion, ginger and jalapeno. Add pasta and toss to coat., Refrigerate, covered, until serving. Stir in strawberries and sprinkle with almonds just before serving. If desired, sprinkle with coconut and mint.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 153 calories, Fat 6g fat (1g saturated fat), Cholesterol 1mg cholesterol, Sodium 96mg sodium, Carbohydrate 21g carbohydrate (5g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 4g protein. Diabetic Exchanges

Sharon Parker
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This recipe is a keeper! It's going to be a regular in my summer meal rotation.


Ibrahim Bala
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I love the combination of strawberries and feta cheese in this dish. It's a great way to add some sweetness and tanginess.


Suma Rani
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This is a great recipe for a healthy and delicious lunch or dinner.


Lettecha Huie
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I'm not usually a fan of pasta salad, but this recipe changed my mind. It's so light and refreshing, and the flavors are amazing.


The Boss Brothers TV
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This was my first time making strawberry pasta salad and it was a success. The dressing was perfect and the strawberries added a nice sweetness.


King Hassam Jona
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I followed the recipe exactly and the dish turned out great. My guests loved it!


Love is everything
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This recipe is a winner! It's simple to make but so flavorful. I highly recommend it.


Laggoune Halim
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I made this dish for my family and they all raved about it. I will definitely be making it again.


Nicholas Omosh
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This is a great recipe for a summer potluck. It's light and refreshing, and everyone loves it.


Mithu Sarpanch
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I loved this recipe! It was so easy to make and the flavors were amazing.


Catherine Wanjiku
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This was an excellent dish! The combination of sweet strawberries and salty feta cheese was perfect.