Ham, Green Bean and Pasta Salad with Feta
Ingredients
12 ounces penne pasta
1 pound halved, trimmed fresh green beans
1 package (8 oz) diced ham
1-1/2 cup crumbled, reduced fat feta cheese
1 cup sliced radishes
1/2 cup fresh mint leaves
1/2 cup chopped, roasted peanuts
1/2 cup reduced-fat vinaigrette
Directions
Boil penne pasta for five minutes.
Add halved, trimmed fresh green beans. Boil six to seven minutes longer or until pasta and beans are tender. Drain, then drain again under cool running water.
Put into large serving bowl. Add one package (8 ounces) diced ham, crumbled reduced-fat feta cheese, sliced radishes, chopped fresh mint leaves and chopped roasted peanuts.
Add 1/2 cup reduced-fat vinaigrette and toss to mix. Serve.
Notable Nutrition Note
Green Beans are a good source of fiber and vitamin C and also contain calcium, magnesium, zinc and Vitamin A. Also is a source of folate which supports DNA synthesis and new cell formation.
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