Vegetarian Magic Publisher: The Book Publishing Company © 2000 by John B. Nowakowski ISBN: 1570671001

Reprinted with permission from the publisher, The Book Publishing Company.

Angel Hair Pasta Pomodori Salad (p. 24)
Yield: 4 servings

This incredible salad is also excellent served hot.

Ingredients

• 3 quarts distilled or pure water
• One 12-ounce box whole wheat or durum semolina angel hair pasta
• 3 vine-ripe tomatoes, coarsely chopped
• 1 tablespoon minced garlic
• 1 tablespoon red wine or balsamic vinegar
• 1 tablespoon finely chopped fresh basil
• 2 teaspoons brown rice syrup
• Dash of cayenne black pepper, or 1/8 teaspoon black pepper
• 1/4 teaspoon sea salt, optional
• 1 tablespoon extra-virgin olive oil
• 2/3 cup soy or rice Parmesan
• 1 sprig basil for garnish

Directions

1. Bring the water to a gentle boil, and cook the pasta 4 to 6 minutes until al dente (tender but not soft).
2. Remove and strain in a colander, rinse with cool running water, and set aside.
3. Combine the remaining ingredients, except the soy Parmesan, in a mixing bowl.
4. In a large mixing bowl, place the drained pasta and add the tomato to mixture.
5. Fold in 3/4 of the soy Parmesan, and chill.
6. Serve cold and garnish with a basil sprig and the remaining soy Parmesan.

Nutritional Information

Per serving: Calories 263, Protein 13 g, Fat 7 g, Carbohydrate 39 g, Fiber 2 g, Calcium 16 mg, Sodium 372 mg