Apricot Pasta Salad Course : Pasta SaladsFrom: HungryMonster.comServes:4 Ingredients: Amount Measure Ingredient -- Preparation Method -------- ------------ -------------------- 4 Ounces fusilli (corkscrew) pasta 6 fresh apricots (3/4 LB), cut into quarters 1 whole chicken breast, cooked and shredded 2 small zucchini (1/2 LB), julienned 1 red bell pepper, julienned 1 Tablespoon chopped fresh basil or 2 tsp dried Apricot Basil Dressing (recipe follows) Preparation: 1. Cook pasta as package directs; drain and let cool. 2. Combine pasta, apricots, chicken, zucchini, red pepper, and basil in bowl. Toss with dressing. APRICOT BASIL DRESSING 1. Combine 2 fresh, ripe apricots (pitted), 2 tbsp white wine vinegar and 1 tbsp sugar in blender; whirl until blended. 2. With blender running, slowly add 1/4 cup vegetable oil until thick and smooth. 3. Stir in 1 tbsp chopped fresh basil or 1 tsp dried basil. Makes 1 cup Nutritional Information: 270 calories, 11 g protein, 27 g carbohydrates, 19 mg sodium, 15 g fat, 18 mg cholesterol, 3 g dietary fiber, 2305 IU vitamin A, 568 mg potassium
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