Fresh veggies, whole wheat pasta, and a simple sauce make this classic salad a perfect springtime meal. This recipe also calls for two of my personal favorites – kalamata olives and fresh basil. To make it more substantial, toss in canned chunk light tuna, cooked chicken or flavored baked tofu. From our friends at delish.com.

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Research shows that people who follow a vegetarian eating plan, on average, eat fewer calories and less fat than non-vegetarians. They also tend to have lower body weights relative to their heights than non-vegetarians. Choosing a vegetarian eating plan with a low fat content may be helpful for weight loss. But vegetarians, like non-vegetarians, [...]

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