Crumbled feta, green olives and grilled zucchini join whole wheat pasta topped with a zesty lemon garlic dressing, served on a white plate and bowl atop a blue woven table mat.

Mediterranean Turkey Bacon & Pasta Salad

Name: Mediterranean Turkey Bacon & Pasta Salad
Total time: 30 min
Yield: 8
Cuisine: Mediterranean
Ingredients: 1 (1-pound) loaf ciabatta; ¼ cup basil pesto; 12 ounces JENNIE-O® Mesquite Smoked Turkey Breast, thinly sliced from the service deli; 6 slices mozzarella cheese; ½ cup roasted red pepper strips; ¼ cup sliced sweet banana peppers, sliced; 1 cup baby spinach leaves; ¼ cup Italian dressing

Get your flavor on! Crumbled feta, green olives and grilled zucchini join whole wheat pasta and a zesty lemon garlic dressing for a filling Mediterranean Turkey Bacon & Pasta Salad. Under 300 calories per serving!

Total Time

30 Minutes

Serving Size

8 Servings

LEMON DRESSING

tablespoons olive oil

tablespoons lemon juice

tablespoon honey

garlic clove, minced

teaspoon crushed red pepper

PASTA SALAD

slices JENNIE-O® Turkey Bacon

zucchini, sliced lengthways

cups whole wheat pasta, cooked as specified on the package

1/2

cup chopped roasted red bell pepper

1/3

cup olives

tablespoons chopped fresh basil

1/3

cup crumbled feta cheese

LEMON DRESSING

In jar with lid, add oil, lemon juice, honey, garlic and red pepper. Shake until well combined. Set aside.

PASTA SALAD

Preheat a nonstick skillet or electric griddle over medium heat (375°F.). Heat slices of bacon for 6-7 minutes or until desired crispness, turning frequently. Set aside.

Prepare grill for medium-high heat. Spray grill with cooking spray. Grill zucchini slices about 2 minutes per side or until grill marks appear.

Cut zucchini into 1-inch pieces. In large bowl, toss zucchini, pasta, bacon, bell pepper, olives and basil. Sprinkle with cheese.

Drizzle dressing over salad; toss to coat.

Calories

200

Protein

Carbohydrates

24g

Fiber

Sugars

Fat

10g