Pasta Salad with Grilled Vegetables
(from PhancyFace724’s recipe box)
Source: Weight Watchers Magazine
Prep time: 20 minutes
Cook time: 20 minutes
Serves 8 people
Categories: Diet
Ingredients
- 3/4 pound ziti or penne
- 1 zucchini, cut lengthwise into 1/2 inch slices
- 1/2 small eggplant, peeled and cut lengthwise into 1/2 inch sections
- 1 red bell pepper, seeded and quartered
- 2 carrots, cut lengthwise into 1/4 inch slices
- 1/2 cup finely chopped onion
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 tablespoon plain fat-free yogurt
- 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon fresh ground pepper
Directions
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Preheat the grill to high heat. Spray a grill basket with nonstick spray.
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Cook the ziti according to package directions.
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Place the zucchini, eggplant, bell pepper, and carrots in the grill basket. Place the basket on the grill rack and grill until the vegetables are lightly charred and tender, 4-5 minutes on each side. Transfer the vegetables to a cutting board; let cool clightly and cut into bite-size pieces. Add the vegetables and the onion to the ziti.
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To make the dressing, combine the remaining ingredients in a bowl, beating with a whisk until blended. Drizzle the dressing over the pasta and toss well to coat. Serve warm.