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Healthy Ranch Pasta Salad With Olive Oil

Mimi Council
This Healthy Ranch Pasta Salad With Olive Oil can be made as a meal. But, it also makes a great side dish for any backyard barbecue!
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Course Salad
Cuisine American
Makes 8 servings
Calories 484 kcal

Equipment

  • 3-Quart Pot
  • Cutting Board
  • Knife
  • Mixing Bowl

Ingredients
  

  • 1 pound Penne noodles
  • 1 cup chopped purple cabbage
  • 1 cucumber (quartered)
  • 1 yellow bell pepper (diced)
  • ½ cup diced red onion
  • 1 cup grated carrots
  • 2 cups chopped broccoli florets
  • 1 pound turkey (diced)
  • 2 ½ tablespoons Ranch Seasoning Mix
  • ½ cup extra virgin olive oil
  • Salt and pepper to taste

Instructions
 

  • Cook the noodles per the instructions on the box. Allow to cool completely.
  • Chop the veggies and turkey.
  • In a very large bowl, add the noodles, broccoli, yellow pepper, cucumbers, carrots, cabbage, onion, turkey, and cheese (if using).
  • Add the olive oil and Ranch seasoning over the top and stir to combine completely. Add salt and pepper to taste.
  • Store in the fridge for up to 5 days.

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Notes

Tips
  • I add in deli turkey meat for extra protein here. But, deli ham, roast beef or even chicken also works!
  • If you prefer a creamy ranch pasta salad, you can make a creamy ranch dressing by adding ½ cup sour cream, ½ cup buttermilk (or whole milk), and 1 tablespoon Homemade Ranch Seasoning Mix with No Sugar to a bowl and mix together. Or you can use your favorite ranch dressing too.
  • Meal prep or store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge.
  • If you'd like to add cheese, add 1 cup of shredded white cheddar, cheddar, mozzarella, or any other cheese you think would go well!
  • Use gluten free noodles if you are gluten free, I love Food To Live Organic Chickpea Pasta!
  • High Altitude — Follow the recipe as noted. But, the noodles may take a few extra minutes to cook at altitude, so be sure to check they are done.

Nutrition

Calories: 484kcalCarbohydrates: 52gProtein: 21gFat: 21gSaturated Fat: 5gPolyunsaturated Fat: 3gMonounsaturated Fat: 12gCholesterol: 44mgSodium: 501mgPotassium: 516mgFiber: 4gSugar: 4gVitamin A: 3092IUVitamin C: 57mgCalcium: 122mgIron: 2mg
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