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- Makes: 4 Servings
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
Lively mix of fresh blueberries, red pepper, whole-grain penne pasta and field greens tossed with a blueberry vinaigrette.
Ingredients
For the blueberry vinaigrette
- 1/2 cup fresh blueberries
- 2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
- 2 tablespoons balsamic vinegar
- 1/2 teaspoon Dijon mustard
- 2 teaspoons honey
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
For the Salad
- 1 1/2 cups fresh blueberries
- 3 cups cooked whole grain penne pasta (cooled)
- 12 ounces cooked chicken breast (sliced)
- 4 cups field greens
- 1/2 cup red onion (chopped)
- 1 medium red bell pepper (chopped)
Directions
1. Blend vinaigrette ingredients in a blender, set aside.
2. In a medium size bowl, toss all ingredients with dressing.
Source: Produce for Better Health Foundation
Nutrition Information
Nutrients |
Amount |
---|---|
Total Calories |
390 |
Total Fat |
11 g |
Saturated Fat |
2 g |
Cholesterol |
70 mg |
Sodium |
N/A |
Carbohydrates |
41 g |
Dietary Fiber |
7 g |
Total Sugars |
14 g |
Added Sugars included |
3 g |
Protein |
32 g |
Vitamin D |
0 mcg |
Calcium |
62 mg |
Iron |
3 mg |
Potassium |
486 mg |