Pasta and Portobello Mushroom Salad Recipe

Summary

Preparation Time10 MinCooking Time10 Min
Ready In20 MinDifficulty LevelEasy
Health IndexHealthy++Servings4
CuisineCourse
MethodMain Ingredient
Interest GroupHealthy

Ingredients

 1 16-oz. pkg. frozen herb-seasoned or Italian-style pasta and vegetable mix
 Olive oil3 Tablespoon
 Portobello mushrooms5 Ounce, sliced
 Red pepper1/2 Teaspoon, crushed
 Mozzarella cheese8 Ounce, cubed
 3 Tbsp. balsamic vinegar or red wine vinegar
 Mixed greens3 Cup (16 tbs)

Directions

1. Prepare pasta mix according to package directions; drain. Transfer pasta to a bowl; cover and chill 4 hours.
2. In a large nonstick skillet heat 1 tablespoon of the oil. Add mushrooms and red pepper; cook and stir for 2 minutes. Add the mushroom mixture to the chilled pasta along with cheese, vinegar, and remaining oil; toss to mix.
3. To serve, divide mixed greens among 4 dinner plates or 6 salad plates. Spoon pasta mixture atop greens.
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