cup chopped fresh mint or 2 tablespoons dried mint leaves
1
clove garlic, minced
1-3/4
cups (about 6 ounces) small shell macaroni, cooked
10
cherry tomatoes, quartered
2
ounces feta cheese, crumbled
1/2
red bell pepper, chopped
1/2
red onion, cut into rings
1/4
cup reduced-calorie Italian dressing
2
tablespoons lemon juice
Salt and black pepper
Lettuce leaves
1. Brown ground beef in medium skillet. Drain. Add mint and garlic; cook 2 minutes, stirring constantly.
2. Spoon ground beef mixture into large bowl. Stir in pasta, tomatoes, cheese, red bell pepper and onion. Add dressing and lemon juice; toss lightly. Season with salt and black pepper to taste. Serve on lettuce-covered salad plates.
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