Farmers' Market Pasta Salad

Serves 8-10

Main MealSide dishKim AcceptableAmerican

Ingredients:

  • 2 cups halved baby heirloom tomatoes

  • 2 small zucchini, thinly sliced into half moons

  • 1 small red, orange, or yellow bell pepper, cut into thin strips

  • 1 cup fresh corn kernels

  • 1 cup diced firm, ripe fresh peaches (about 2 medium)

  • 1/2 cup thinly sliced green onions

  • Parmesan Vinaigrette

  • 2(8-oz.) package penne pasta* OR 1 20 oz. package cheese-filled tortellini may be substituted

  • 1/3 cups shredded smoked chicken or Turkey (about 10 oz.)

  • 1/3 cup torn fresh basil

  • 1 cup torn fresh cilantro

Parmesan Vinaigrette :

  • 1/4 cup parmesan cheese
  • 3 Tbsp canola oil
  • 3 Tbsp cider vinegar
  • 1 1/2 tsp white sugar
  • 1 tsp minced garlic
  • 1 tsp dijon mustard
  • salt and pepper to taste

Directions:

  • Prepare Parmesan vinaigrette. Toss together first 7 ingredients in a large bowl, and let stand 10 minutes. Step 1
  • Meanwhile, prepare pasta according to package directions. Add hot cooked pasta and chicken to tomato mixture; toss gently to coat. Season with salt and pepper to taste. Transfer to a serving platter, and top with basil and cilantro. Step 2