Chicken-Parmesan-Pasta Salad

 

8

oz. (3 cups) uncooked pasta nuggets (radiatore)

1

cup fresh baby carrots, halved diagonally

1

cup fresh small broccoli florets

2

cups chopped cooked chicken

1/4

cup sliced green onions

1/2

red bell pepper, chopped

1/2

cucumber, chopped

1

cup purchased peppercorn ranch salad dressing

1/4

cup grated Parmesan cheese

1/4

teaspoon salt

• 1 Cook pasta to desired doneness as directed on package, adding carrots and broccoli during last minute of cooking time. Drain; rinse with cold water to cool. Drain well.
• 2 In large serving bowl, combine cooked pasta, carrots and broccoli with chicken, onions, bell pepper and cucumber; mix well. Add dressing, cheese and salt; toss gently to coat.