Hearty Soybean and Cheddar Pasta Salad
4 servings
Ingredients
- 1 cup uncooked penne pasta 3 oz
- 2 cups frozen shelled edamame green soybeans (from 12-oz bag)
- 6 oz Cheddar cheese cut into 1⁄2-inch cubes (11⁄2 cups)
- 1 large tomato coarsely chopped (1 cup)
- 1 ⁄2 medium cucumber coarsely chopped ( 1⁄2 cup)
- 1 small yellow bell pepper coarsely chopped ( 1⁄2 cup)
- 2 ⁄3 cup Italian dressing
Instructions
- Cook and drain pasta as directed on package.
- Rinse with cold water; drain.
- Meanwhile, cook soybeans as directed on package.
- Rinse with cold water; drain.
- In large bowl, toss pasta, soybeans and remaining ingredients.
- Cover; refrigerate at least 1 hour before serving.
Notes / Tips / Wine Advice:
Edamame is the Japanese name for fresh green soybeans, tasty little bright green gems that are high in protein and easily digested. Try eating them as a snack or appetizer—you will love them!
Nutritional Information
Calories: 520 kcal