patchwork quilt pasta salad

Noodles & Pasta

Patchwork Quilt Pasta Salad

Drescription

A colorful mix of pasta, beans, veggies, and cheese tossed in a zesty dressing. Like a patchwork quilt—diverse, vibrant, and full of flavor.

Ingredients

1 (12 ounce) package rotini/corkscrew pasta
1 (16 ounce) package frozen mixed vegetables, thawed
1 (15.25 ounce) can kidney beans, drained
1 1/2 cups finely chopped celery 1 cucumber - peeled, seeded and chopped
1/2 cup finely chopped green bell pepper
1/2 cup finely chopped onion
2/3 cup cider vinegar
2 tablespoons margarine 2/3 cup sugar
1 tablespoon all-purpose flour 1/2 teaspoon salt
1 tablespoon prepared brown mustard

Directions

In a large bowl combine cooked pasta, mixed vegetables, kidney beans, celery, cucumber, green pepper and onion.
To make the dressing combine in a saucepan over medium heat: vinegar, margarine, sugar, flour, salt and brown mustard; bring to boil. Continue to cook for 5 minutes stirring frequently. Cool completely.
Pour cooled dressing over bowl of vegetables. Toss to distribute dressing evenly. Cover tightly and store in refrigerator.

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