Wagon Wheel Pasta Salad Recipe

Name: Wagon Wheel Pasta Salad
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 6 ounces wagon wheel pasta; 1 heaping cup very small broccoli florets; 1/2 cup corn kernels, fresh or frozen; 1 small garlic clove, minced; 1 tablespoon red wine vinegar; 3 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil; 1/2 teaspoon kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper; 2 ounces reduced-fat cheddar cheese, shredded; 2 ounces thick-sliced ham, cut into small cubes; 1 scant cup cherry tomatoes, halved; 1 tablespoon chopped parsley (optional); 2 scallions, sliced (optional)

Servings: persons

6 ounces wagon wheel pasta
1 heaping cup very small broccoli florets
1/2 cup corn kernels, fresh or frozen
1 small garlic clove, minced
1 tablespoon red wine vinegar
3 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
1/2 teaspoon kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper
2 ounces reduced-fat cheddar cheese, shredded
2 ounces thick-sliced ham, cut into small cubes
1 scant cup cherry tomatoes, halved
1 tablespoon chopped parsley (optional)
2 scallions, sliced (optional)

1
Bring a medium pot of water to a boil.
2
Add the pasta and cook according to package directions.
3
About 30 seconds before the pasta is done, add the broccoli florets and corn kernels.
4
Cook for 30 seconds and then drain into a colander.
5
Run cold water over the pasta to stop the cooking.
6
Keep the pasta draining in the colander while you make the dressing.
7
Whisk together the garlic, red wine vinegar, olive oil, 1/2 teaspoon salt, and a few grinds of black pepper.
8
Add the well-drained pasta, broccoli, and corn to the bowl, along with the ham, cheese, tomatoes, parsley and scallions, if using.
9
Toss together.
10
Refrigerate in an airtight container for up to 5 days.

401

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Carbs

Protein

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* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

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No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 12 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 6 ounces wagon wheel pasta, 1 heaping cup very small broccoli florets, 1/2 cup corn kernels, fresh or frozen, 1 small garlic clove, minced, and more.

Yes, Wagon Wheel Pasta Salad falls under the Pasta & Noodles category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Keep refrigerated in an airtight container and enjoy within 1–2 days for the best freshness. Best served cold — no reheating needed.

Wagon Wheel Pasta Salad

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