1 box whole-wheat penne

1 cup peas, frozen or fresh

½ cup carrot, grated

½ cup artichoke hearts, sliced

¼ cup sun-dried tomatoes, diced (or fresh halved grape tomatoes)

1 can black olives

5 Tbsp. olive oil

¼ cup balsamic vinegar

2 Tbsp. fat-free Italian dressing, optional

salt and pepper , to taste

Cook the pasta as directed on the box and drain.

Place the pasta in a large bowl and add the peas, carrots, artichoke hearts, sun-dried tomatoes, and olives.

Drizzle with olive oil and balsamic vinegar (and Italian dressing if desired) and mix.

Season with salt and pepper to taste, and chill in the refrigerator until ready to serve.

Can be eaten cold or at room temperature.

Sugar: 4g

:

Calcium: 31mg

Calories: 162kcal

Carbohydrates: 8g

Fat: 14g

Fiber: 3g

Iron: 1mg

Potassium: 174mg

Protein: 2g

Saturated Fat: 2g

Sodium: 747mg

Vitamin A: 1357IU

Vitamin C: 7mg