Trader Joe’s Harvest Grain Pasta Salad
By: Kristi Rimkus
Published: Wednesday, June 29, 2011 - 6:47am

Ingredients




16 ounces Trader Joe’s Harvest Grain Blend or orzo, cooked according to package directions
1 medium zucchini, chopped into small pieces
2 cups tomato, chopped in small pieces
1/2 cup red onion, finely chopped
2 cloves garlic, minced
1/4 cup extra virgin olive oil
2 tablespoons balsamic vinegar
1/2 cup basil, sliced into small ribbons
1/4 cup pepitas, toasted
1/4 cup Parmesan cheese, shredded

Preparation

1 Cook pasta according to package directions and allow to cool. 2 Combine zucchini, tomatoes and red onion. 3 Combine olive oil, balsamic vinegar, garlic and basil in a bowl and then toss with pasta. 4 Combine pasta and vegetables, then add pepitas and Parmesan cheese. 5 Chill for 30 minutes and serve.

About


This colorful pasta blend makes a fun pasta salad.