Pasta Salad Veggie-Ranch Toss Ups

You’ll need:
8 cups cooked tri-colored pasta (1 lb. dry)
1 yellow zucchini squash, finely chopped (1 cup)
1 green zucchini squash, finely chopped (1 cup)
1 cup shredded carrot
1 medium red bell pepper, finely chopped (1 cup)
1 GladWare® Soup and Salad Container with lid
1 2.5 oz. Hidden Valley® Original Ranch® Light Dressing Cup (single cup)

Instructions at home:

1. Prepare pasta according to package directions.
2. While pasta is cooking, chop vegetables.
3. Rinse the pasta in cold water to prevent further cooking.
4. Add the chopped vegetables and mix until well combined.
5. Place about 2 cups of pasta mixture into the GladWare® Soup and Salad Container and secure lid.

Instructions at school:

1. Add the Hidden Valley® Original Ranch® Light Dressing Cup to the pasta container.
   
2. Add the lid and shake it up!

Note: Save time by using left over cooked pasta. Boost protein by adding diced chicken or turkey. Also, feel free to toss in your child’s favorite veggies.

Serves 6
Prep Time: 15 minutes

Recipe created by Jodie Shield, R.D. on behalf of Hidden Valley® Salad Dressings.