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Polka Dot Pasta

Ingredients

6 Servings12 Servings24 Servings
Pasta, whole wheat, bowtie, dry1 cup2 cup4 cup
Tomatoes, chopped1 cup2 cup4 cup
Spinach, chopped0.5 cup1 cup2 cup
Carrots, chopped1 cup2 cup4 cup
Broccoli, chopped0.5 cup1 cup2 cup
Pepper, black0.5 tsp1 tsp2 tsp
Olive oil1 Tbsp2 Tbsp4 Tbsp
Vinegar, distilled1 Tbsp2 Tbsp4 Tbsp
Parmesan cheese, grated1 Tbsp2 Tbsp4 Tbsp

Directions

  1. 1. Cook pasta as directed on box.
  2. 2. Allow pasta to cool.
  3. 3. Chop vegetable. Mix together in large bowl.
  4. 4. Mix oil and vinegar and coat pasta.
  5. 5. Combine pasta and vegetables.
  6. 6. Top with pepper and parmesan cheese. Mix.
Nutrition Facts
Serving size 1/2 cup (89g)
Amount Per Serving
Calories 60 From Fat 25
% Daily Value*
Total Fat 3g 5%
Sat. Fat 0g 0%
Cholesterol 1mg 0%
Sodium 34mg 1%
Total Carb 10g 3%
Dietary Fiber 2g 8%
Sugars 2g
Protein 2g
Vitamin A 55% Vitamin C 20%
Calcium 4% Iron 4%
*Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.

Food For Thought

Pasta salad can be made any time of year using frozen instead of fresh vegetables.

CACFP Crediting

For 3-5 year olds; Snack. Must serve all of the following:

  • Grain/Bread
  • Fruit/Vegetable