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Greek-Style Beef and Pasta Salad Mint and lemon give this dish a decidedly Greek flavor. If you like, add some fresh dill too. Serve at room temperature or chilled. Instructions: 8 ounces ziti 1/2 cup plain nonfat yogurt 2 tablespoons light mayonnaise 1/2 teaspoon grated lemon zest 3 tablespoons fresh lemon juice 1/2 teaspoon salt 1 green bell pepper, diced 2 medium tomatoes, diced 1/2 cup chopped fresh mint 3/4 pound well-trimmed beef sirloin 1/2 teaspoon oregano Directions: In large pot of boiling water, cook pasta according to package directions; drain. Meanwhile, in large bowl, whisk together yogurt, mayonnaise, lemon zest, lemon juice, and 1/4-teaspoon salt. Stir in green pepper, tomato, and mint. Add warm pasta, tossing to combine. Preheat broiler. Rub beef with remaining 1/4-teaspoon salt and oregano. Broil 4-inches from heat for three minutes per side for medium-rare. Let stand ten minutes before cutting into bite-size pieces. Add to bowl with pasta and toss to combine. Recipe makes four servings. Good source of: niacin, selenium, thiamin, vitamin B12, vitamin C, zinc. Nutritional information per serving: Calories: 380 Total fat: 8.6 Saturated fat: 2.1g Fiber: 4g Protein: 29g Carbohydrate: 47g Cholesterol: 61mg Sodium: 417mg |