Pasta Salad with Tofu Dressing

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Pasta Salad with Tofu Dressing

Source: 3ABN

 

8 oz. bowtie pasta (farfalle) - gluten free if necessary; if not available,

use another shape

1/4 c. extra-virgin olive oil

2 Tbsp. lemon juice

2 Tbsp. Italian salad dressing (or homemade; see recipe archives)

1/2 tsp. sea salt

pinch of cayenne pepper

2 plum tomatoes, diced

2 c. broccoli, cut into bite-sized pieces

2 c. fresh spinach leaves, washed and trimmed

1/2 c. black olives, sliced

8 fresh basil leaves, chopped

2 Tbsp. fresh parsley, snipped

1 red onion, sliced and separated into rings

 

1. Prepare pasta according to package directions. Do not add salt.

 

2. In large bowl, whisk together the olive oil, lemon juice, Italian

dressing, salt and pepper.

Add pasta and mix gently.

 

3. Mix in tomatoes, broccoli, spinach, olives, basil and parsley.

 

4. Add Creamy Tofu Dressing. Mix to evenly coat salad. Chill 4-6 hours.

Garnish with

onion rings before serving.

 

Serves 8

 

Suggestion: Substitute watercress or the green part of bok choy for the

spinach and broccoli.