Title: Pasta Green Salad
Categories: Salad Side
Yield: 6 Servings

FOR THE SALAD
3	c	Cooked and cooled rotini
2	c	Shredded Swiss cheese
1	pk	10 oz frozen cut green beans
		.thawed and drained
1	pk	10 oz frozen green peas,
		.thawed and drained
1	c	Green pepper strips cut in
		.half
1/2	c	Sliced scallions
1	c	Chopped cucumber
FOR THE DRESSING
1/3	c	Mayonnaise
1/3	c	Plain yogurt
3	tb	Grated parmesan cheese
1	tb	Lemon juice
1 1/2	ts	Dried dill
1	ts	Sugar
1/4	ts	Salt
1/4	ts	Pepper

In a small bowl, combine all the dressing ingredients. Mix until well-blended; set aside. If not serving immediately, cover and chill until ready to use.

Place the cooled rotini in a large bowl and toss with the remaining ingredients, except the dressing. Cover and chill until ready to use. Just before serving, mix the dressing again and toss into the salad.

Source: Mr. Food Recipe Club Newsletter, June/July 1995 Typed in MM format by Linda Fields, Cyberealm BBS Watertown NY 315-786-1120

Note: This is a really simple throw-together dressing that works well with other seasonings, fresh herbs, lime juice instead of lemon, and even lowfat mayonnaise and yogurt, too. You can enjoy this creamy dressing as above for a hearty summer meal, or simply serve it as a smooth dressing for your tossed green salad.

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