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Cool Mediterranean Pasta with Radishes and Oranges
Preperation Time: 20 Minutes Serves: 4-6
- Ingredients
8 ounces (3 cups) rotelle pasta (uncooked)
2 cups fresh spinach leaves torn in bite-sized pieces
1-1/2 cups thinly sliced For You® radishes
1 cup fresh orange chunks
1/4 cup olive oil
2 tablespoons red wine vinegar
2 tablespoons reduced-calorie mayonnaise
1 teaspoon oregano leaves, crushed
1 teaspoon minced garlic
1 teaspoon salt
- Directions
Cook pasta in salted water according to package directions; drain and rinse under cold water. Place in a large bowl along with spinach, radishes and orange. In a small bowl combine olive oil, vinegar, mayonnaise, oregano, garlic and salt. Pour over pasta mixture. Sprinkle capers, if desired. Serve immediately or cover and refrigerate up to 3 hours.
Credit: This recipe was provided by The North American Radish Council
Include chopped onions, carrots and squash, in pasta sauce and lasagna.
Reduce sodium intake by using more fresh ingredients to prepare meals.
Dietary fiber from vegetables helps reduce cholesterol levels and may lower risk of heart disease.
Set out cut-up vegetables as an afternoon snack or include them in your child's lunch.
Turn up the flavor of your salad by adding in fresh, crisp radishes.