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Creamy Macaroni Salad with Peas and Chives


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Difficulty: Easy

Course: Lunch

Main Ingredient: Pasta

Smart Balance Product: 
Smart Balance® Omega Plus™ Light Mayonnaise Dressing

Ingredients: 

8 oz elbow macaroni
1 cup peas
1/2 cup Smart Balance® Omega Plus™ Light Mayonnaise Dressing
1 tsp dijon mustard
1 tbsp white vinegar
1/4 cup fresh chives, chopped
salt and fresh pepper


Yield/Notes: 

This side dish was first presented as part of our "Endless Summer Recipe" special feature.
Number of servings: 8 as a side
Nutrients
Calories: 170kcal
Fat: 6g
Saturated Fat: 0g
Trans Fatty Acid: 0 g
Poly Fat: 2g
Mono Fat: 3g
Cholesterol: 5mg
Sodium: 163mg
Carbohydrates: 26g
Dietary Fiber: 1g
Total Sugars: 2g
Protein: 5g

STEP 1:

  

Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil.

STEP 2:

  

Once boiling, add pasta and cook according to pasta package directions for al dente.

STEP 3:

  

When pasta is ready, rinse the pasta under cold water in a colander.

STEP 4:

  

In a large bowl, combine pasta, peas, Smart Balance®
Omega Plus™ Light Mayonnaise Dressing, mustard, vinegar, chives, salt and fresh pepper.