TASTY PASTA SALAD

2 cups whole grain or your favorite low/no carb bow tie or spiral pasta

1 1/2 cups fresh mushrooms, sliced thin

1 medium tomato, chopped

1 small cucumber, sliced thin

1 can (14-oz) artichoke hearts, rained & quartered

1/4 cup green onions, chopped

2/3 cup sugar-free vinaigrette dressing

3 tbsp parmesan cheese

In a large bowl, combine pasta and all the veggies. Pour the dressing over the pasta and veggies, cover and marinate in the refrigerator 1 to 2 hours. Drain the salad and sprinkle with the cheese. Toss lightly. Serve on a bed of salad greens.

Yield: 6 servings

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