Chicken, Turkey, Fowl and Egg: Chicken, Turkey, Fowl Dishes: Turkey and Pasta Salad

Turkey, vegetables and pasta in a light dressing.

Author: Family Health Network
Date: August 11, 2005

Serves: 4 person(s)

Preparation Time: 20 mins
Cooking Time: 0 mins

Ingredients:

7 oz lean turkey breast, diced, cooked
1 Tbsp olive oil
2 Tbsp white vinegar
1/4 tsp pepper (or to taste)
1/4 tsp salt
8 1/2 oz elbow pasta shapes, uncooked
1/4 cup chopped onion (1 oz)
1 cup diced carrot (5 oz)
1 cup frozen peas, thawed (5 oz)

Directions:

Cook pasta according to package directions. Drain well after rinsing with cold water. Set aside.

Combine turkey and vegetables in a large bowl. Add pasta. Combine oil, vinegar and seasonings in a jar. Shake until well blended. Pour over pasta and stir well. Cover and chill until ready to serve.

Variations:

Add your favorite vegetables for added flavor.

Replace oil and vinegar with fat free french dressing to decrease total fat and calories.