steak, tomatoes & bell pepper pasta salad

Richmond, KY
Updated on Jun 5, 2011

This recipe was created during one of our "let's see what all we have to cook with" days. Fresh veggies and whole wheat pasta make this a great one-dish meal.

prep time 20 Min
cook time 25 Min
method ---
yield 6 serving(s)

Ingredients

  • 2 pounds boneless petite sirloin, thinly sliced
  • 1 medium red bell pepper, sliced
  • 1 medium yellow bell pepper, sliced
  • 1 medium orange bell pepper, sliced
  • 1 large green tomato, coarsely chopped
  • 2 small yellow tomatoes, coarsely chopped
  • 10 - cherry tomatoes, quartered
  • 10 - sweet orange tomatoes, halved
  • 8 ounces sliced baby portobello mushrooms
  • 1 box whole wheat penne pasta
  • 3 cloves fresh garlic, minced
  • 1 1/2 cups italian blended shredded cheese
  • 1/3 cup freshly grated parmesan cheese
  • 1-1 1/2 cups balsamic vinaigrette dressing
  • - salt & pepper, to taste

How To Make steak, tomatoes & bell pepper pasta salad

  • Step 1
    Bring a large pot of water to a boil.
  • Step 2
    While water is boiling, saute mushrooms in a large skillet for about 5 minutes. Add the tomatoes, bell peppers and garlic and saute over medium heat until bell peppers are crisp tender.
  • Step 3
    Cook pasta according to package directions.
  • Step 4
    While pasta is cooking, heat another skillet on medium high heat. Add the beef and cook until meat is no longer pink.
  • Step 5
    Drain beef on paper-towel lined plate to remove any excess grease.
  • Step 6
    Drain pasta and return back to pot.
  • Step 7
    Add cheeses to the pasta and stir until cheese is melted.
  • Step 8
    Add vegetables and beef and mix well.
  • Step 9
    Add Balsamic Vinaigrette and mix. Serve warm.

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Category: Beef
Category: Pasta
Category: Salads
Culture: Italian

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