Greek Pasta Salad

8 Servings


12 ounces tricolor rotini pasta
2/3 cup unpeeled, seeded, diced cucumbers
1/2 cup thinly sliced green onions
4 ounces part skim feta cheese
10 ounces peas
1 cup diced red bell peppers
1/4 cup lowfat mayonnaise
1/2 cup nonfat cottage cheese
1/2 cup plain nonfat yogurt
1/4 cup sliced green onion tops
2 tablespoons dill, finely chopped
1/4 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper, (optional)

Cook pasta in boiling water for 7 minutes. Remove from heat, drain and place in a large bowl.
Add cucumber, 1/2 cup green onions, feta cheese, peas and bell pepper. Set aside.
In a blender, combine mayonnaise, cottage cheese, yogurt and 1/4 cup green onion tops. Process until
completely smooth. Add dill and black pepper and process briefly. Pour over pasta mixture and stir to mix well. Cover and refrigerate until well chilled.

Amount Per Serving
Calories 225 Calories from Fat 42
Percent Total Calories From:
Fat 19% Protein 21% Carb. 60%

Nutrient  Amount per  Serving   Value
                                     
Total Fat               5   g      7%
Saturated Fat           2   g      8%
Cholesterol            46   mg    15%
Sodium                280   mg    12%
Total Carbohydrate     34   g     11%
Dietary Fiber           1   g      5%
Sugars                  0   g        
Protein                12   g        

Vitamin A 21% Vitamin C 67% Calcium 0% Iron 15%