Not too much fat, not too much sugar — but just the right amount of flavor! This pasta salad is a great side dish with grilled foods. A summery selection that’s ideal for people with diabetes and others who like to keep it light.
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Ingredients
- 9 ounces reduced-fat cheese tortellini
- 1 cup broccoli florets
- 1 small carrot, peeled and sliced
- 1 medium ripe tomato, seeded and diced
- 2 scallions, trimmed and finely sliced
- 1/4 cup reduced-fat French dressing
- 1/4 cup reduced-fat cheddar cheese, diced
- Salt and pepper to taste
Directions
- Bring a medium-sized pot of water to a boil.
- Cook the tortellini according to package directions, and during the final 3 minutes, add the broccoli and carrots.
- Drain through a colander, rinse under cold water and then set aside to drain well.
- Combine cooked tortellini, broccoli and carrots with the tomato scallions and French dressing in a large mixing bowl.
- Toss gently to coat, and then stir in cheese.
- Season with salt and pepper to taste, and serve immediately or refrigerate.
Nutrition information (per serving)
Makes 8 servings
Serving size = 1/2 cup
Calories: 131
Calories from fat: 38
Total fat: 4 g
Saturated fat: 2 g
Cholesterol: 18 mg
Sodium: 297 mg
Carbohydrate: 18 g
Dietary fiber: 1 g
Sugars: 1 g
Protein: 7 g
— You Can Eat That! Awesome Foods for Kids with Diabetes by Robyn Webb.