Zesty Grilled Zucchini Pasta Salad

Submitted by HokiesMom

"Recipe was printed on one of those recipe cards from the grocery store. I really liked the flavors of this dish and used it as a main dish by adding some grilled chicken too. I used an indoor grill pan but of course this would work on an outdoor grill too. **Note 4-8 hours of marinading of veggies is needed to really get the flavors** Hope you enjoy it too!"

 

• Ready In: 4hrs 20mins
• Ingredients: 8
• Serves: 4-6

ingredients

• 3 medium zucchini, cut into 1/2 inch rounds
• 1 red onion, cut into thick wedges
• 1 large red bell pepper, seeded and cut into quarters
• 1⁄2 cup light balsamic vinaigrette
• 1 (14 ounce) package penne, pasta (tubular, use multi-grain or whole-wheat)
• 1⁄2 cup fresh parsley, chopped
• salt and pepper
• 1 cup parmesan cheese, shredded

directions

1. Place zucchini, onion, red bell pepper and vinaigrette in a large resealable bag. Seal bag and refrigerate 4-8 hours, turning occasionally.
2. Boil 4 quarts of water and cook Penne pasta to al dente, about 8-10 minutes (according to package directions).
3. Preheat grill to medium (300-350F/150-180C). Remove veggies from marinade and reserve marinade. Place veggies on a veggie grill rack and grill covered for 8-10 minutes, turning once. Remove from grill and cut into bite-size pieces.
4. Drain pasta, transfer to a deep serving platter/dish. Spoon veggies over pasta and drizzle with reserved marinade. (I heated the marinade for a bit in the microwave to warm before drizzling over the pasta & veggies).
5. Season dish with salt & pepper to taste (I used McCormick's Garlic Pepper Grinder instead) and sprinkle with parsley and Parmesan. Serve immediately.

Reviews

[Sharon123]

I really enjoyed the roasted veggies in the pasta salad. I used whole wheat penne rigata and ate it then later added a little mayo to moisten it up some more. Enjoyed both ways! Thanks! Made for Newest Zaar tag.