Primavera Pasta Salad

Ingredients

• 3 quarts water
• 1/2 teaspoon salt
• 8 ounces uncooked penne (tube-shaped pasta)
• 1/2 pound broccoli florets
• 1 cup sliced zucchini
• Cooking spray
• 1 (6-ounce) package sliced Canadian bacon, cut into 1/4-inch strips
• 1/2 cup reduced-fat sour cream
• 2 tablespoons fat-free milk
• 2 cups grape tomatoes, halved
• 1 cup grated carrot
• 3/4 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
• 1 (7-ounce) jar roasted peppers, drained and cut into 1/2-inch strips
• 1/2 cup (2 ounces) grated fresh Parmesan cheese

Preparation

1. Bring water and salt to a boil. Add pasta; cook 9 minutes. Add broccoli; cook 2 minutes. Add zucchini; cook 2 minutes. Drain; keep warm.
2. Place a large nonstick skillet coated with cooking spray over medium heat until hot. Add bacon, and sauté 3 minutes. Stir in sour cream and milk.
3. Combine pasta mixture, tomato, and next 3 ingredients. Add bacon mixture; toss well. Sprinkle with cheese. Serve chilled.