Best 14 Mostaccioli Summertime Salad Recipes

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Mostaccioli Summertime Salad is a delightful dish that combines the flavors of pasta, fresh vegetables, and a zesty dressing. It's a perfect meal for warm weather gatherings, potlucks, or picnics. Made with cooked mostaccioli pasta, which is similar to penne but slightly larger, this salad is a great way to use up leftover pasta or to enjoy a quick and easy meal. The salad is tossed with a tangy dressing made with olive oil, red wine vinegar, lemon juice, garlic, and herbs. Fresh vegetables like cherry tomatoes, cucumbers, bell peppers, and zucchini add a burst of color and flavor. Topped with crumbled feta cheese, the salad gets a salty and tangy flavor that balances the sweetness of the vegetables. You can also add grilled chicken or shrimp for a more protein-packed meal. The recipe includes variations for a creamy Italian dressing and a vegan version of the salad, making it a versatile dish that can be tailored to different preferences and dietary needs. Overall, Mostaccioli Summertime Salad is a delicious, refreshing, and customizable dish that's perfect for summer gatherings or as a light and flavorful meal anytime.

Let's cook with our recipes!

MOSTACCIOLI SALAD



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This salad needs to marinate for at least one day before serving. Gets raves, is great for carry-ins and picnics, and goes with everything.

Provided by JAN

Categories     Salad     100+ Pasta Salad Recipes     Vegetarian Pasta Salad Recipes

Time P1DT25m

Yield 16

Number Of Ingredients 12

1 (16 ounce) package mostaccioli pasta
1 tablespoon vegetable oil
1 ½ cups distilled white vinegar
1 ½ cups white sugar
1 medium onion, chopped
1 medium cucumber, chopped
1 (4 ounce) jar chopped pimento
2 teaspoons prepared yellow mustard
1 tablespoon garlic powder
1 tablespoon parsley flakes
1 teaspoon salt
1 teaspoon ground black pepper

Steps:

  • Bring a large pot of lightly salted water to a boil. Add pasta and cook for 8 to 10 minutes or until al dente; drain.
  • In a large bowl, gently toss together the pasta, oil, vinegar, sugar, onion, cucumber, pimento, mustard, garlic powder, parsley flakes, salt, and pepper. Cover, and refrigerate 24 hours before serving.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 200 calories, Carbohydrate 42.4 g, Fat 1.6 g, Fiber 1.7 g, Protein 4.4 g, SaturatedFat 0.3 g, Sodium 148.7 mg, Sugar 19.9 g

MOSTACCIOLI VEGGIE SALAD



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I first sampled this refreshing salad at a church potluck several years ago. The mix of pasta, zucchini, summer squash, cucumber, sweet peppers and black olives is coated with a light vinaigrette. Any pasta can be substituted for the mostaccioli. -Julie Sterchi Jackson, Missouri

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Lunch

Time 20m

Yield 10 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 17

3 cups uncooked mostaccioli
1 medium cucumber, thinly sliced
1 small yellow summer squash, quartered and sliced
1 small zucchini, halved and sliced
1/2 cup diced sweet red pepper
1/2 cup diced green pepper
1/2 cup sliced ripe olives
3 to 4 green onions, chopped
DRESSING:
1/3 cup sugar
1/3 cup white wine vinegar
1/3 cup canola oil
1-1/2 teaspoons prepared mustard
3/4 teaspoon dried minced onion
3/4 teaspoon garlic powder
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon pepper

Steps:

  • Cook pasta according to package directions. Drain and rinse in cold water. Place in a large bowl; add the cucumbers, summer squash, zucchini, peppers, olives and onions., In a small bowl, whisk the dressing ingredients. Pour over pasta mixture; toss to coat. Cover and refrigerate for 8 hours or overnight. Toss again before serving. Serve with a slotted spoon.

Nutrition Facts :

CUCUMBER MOSTACCIOLI SALAD



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This recipe has been in my family for generations and is worth the wait. Plan ahead when making this recipe because the longer you let it marinate the better it tastes! (Cooking time is marinating time)

Provided by Mo the cook

Categories     Low Cholesterol

Time P1DT10m

Yield 8 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 11

1 lb mostaccioli noodles, cooked & drained
1 1/2 cups sugar
1 cup vinegar
1/2 cup oil
2 tablespoons prepared mustard
1 teaspoon pepper
1 teaspoon garlic powder
1 teaspoon salt
1 medium onion, chopped
1 cucumber, chopped
2 tablespoons chopped parsley

Steps:

  • Blend together ingredients and let set overnight. (The longer the better).
  • Optional - Add 1 chopped green pepper or sliced tomato on top.
  • Will keep in refrigerator up to 2 weeks.

MOSTACCIOLI VEGETABLE SALAD



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I always seem to have an abundance of peppers and zucchini in my garden....and I'm a pasta lover. What better way to serve them together than a nice refreshing summer salad.

Provided by MsBindy

Categories     Peppers

Time 30m

Yield 10 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 16

3 cups uncooked mostaccioli pasta
1 medium cucumber, thinly sliced
1 small summer squash, sliced and quartered
1 small zucchini, halved and sliced
1/2 cup sweet red pepper, chopped
1/2 cup green pepper, chopped
1/2 cup ripe olives, sliced
3 -4 green onions, chopped
1/3 cup sugar
1/3 cup white wine vinegar
1/3 cup vegetable oil
1 1/2 teaspoons prepared mustard
3/4 teaspoon dried onion flakes
3/4 teaspoon garlic powder
3/4 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon ground black pepper

Steps:

  • Cook pasta according to package directions. Drain and rinse.
  • Place pasta plus all remaining salad ingredients in a large bowl.
  • Mix or shake all the vinaigrette ingredients together.
  • Pour dressing over salad mixture, tossing to coat.
  • Cover, and refrigerate 8 hours or overnight.
  • Toss gently before serving.

EASY MOSTACCIOLI SALAD



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Perfect for parties, picnics, and potlucks, this chilled mostaccioli salad has a tasty cucumber-onion dressing.

Provided by Mark Adams

Time 8h35m

Yield 12

Number Of Ingredients 13

1 (16 ounce) package mostaccioli pasta
6 drops yellow food coloring
1 medium cucumber, chopped
1 small onion, chopped
1 ½ cups white vinegar
1 cup white sugar
1 tablespoon dried parsley flakes
1 teaspoon garlic salt
1 teaspoon salt
1 teaspoon ground black pepper
1 teaspoon monosodium glutamate (MSG)
1 ½ teaspoons yellow mustard
½ cup vegetable oil

Steps:

  • Bring a large pot of lightly salted water to a boil. Add penne and food coloring to the boiling water and cook, stirring occasionally, until pasta is tender yet firm to the bite, about 11 minutes. Rinse and drain pasta.
  • Combine cucumber, onion, vinegar, sugar, parsley, garlic salt, salt, pepper, MSG, and mustard in a blender; blend until smooth.
  • Place pasta in a large bowl. Add oil and toss to coat, then toss with cucumber-onion dressing. Refrigerate 8 hours to overnight.
  • Stir before serving.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 286.4 calories, Carbohydrate 45.2 g, Fat 10 g, Fiber 1.6 g, Protein 5.2 g, SaturatedFat 1.6 g, Sodium 396.5 mg, Sugar 18.4 g

THE BEST BAKED MOSTACCIOLI



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The best baked mostaccioli has everything you love about lasagna - a savory meat sauce, creamy ricotta and melty mozzarella bubbling at the edges. But instead of flat lasagna noodles, the pasta is mostaccioli, a type of penne with a smooth exterior. The short, tubular shape encourages plenty of sauce and cheese to get trapped inside so every bite is satisfying. We upped the ante with a combination of ground beef and sweet Italian sausage, providing the classic meatiness in the tomato sauce. While mostaccioli originates from the Campania region in southern Italy, this specific dish has ties to Chicago and St. Louis as a hearty casserole to serve at large family gatherings.

Provided by Food Network Kitchen

Categories     main-dish

Time 1h35m

Yield 8 servings

Number Of Ingredients 16

1 tablespoon olive oil, plus more for greasing the baking dish
1 small yellow onion, finely chopped
Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper
1/2 pound ground beef, 80/20
1/2 pound sweet Italian sausage, casings removed (from about 3 sausage links)
4 cloves garlic, minced
2 tablespoons tomato paste
1/2 teaspoon dried oregano, plus 1/4 teaspoon more for the ricotta
Pinch crushed red pepper flakes (optional)
One 28-ounce can crushed tomatoes, preferably San Marzano
3 sprigs fresh parsley, plus more finely chopped parsley leaves for serving (about 1 tablespoon)
1 pound mostaccioli
One 15-ounce container whole-milk ricotta
1 large egg
1/4 cup plus 3 tablespoons finely grated Pecorino Romano
8 ounces part-skim mozzarella, freshly shredded (about 2 cups)

Steps:

  • Heat the 1 tablespoon olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add the onion, a good pinch of salt and several grinds of black pepper. Cook, stirring occasionally, until the onion is tender and translucent, about 5 minutes. Add the ground beef and sausage; cook, breaking up the meat with a wooden spoon, until crumbled, golden brown and no longer pink, about 8 minutes. Add the garlic, tomato paste, 1/2 teaspoon oregano, crushed red pepper flakes (if using), 1 teaspoon salt and several grinds of black pepper; cook, stirring, until the garlic is tender and the tomato paste is thoroughly combined, 1 to 2 minutes. Add the crushed tomatoes, parsley sprigs and 1/4 cup water and stir to combine. Bring to a simmer, then cover partially with a lid and reduce the heat to medium low. Cook, stirring occasionally, until the sauce has thickened slightly and the flavors have melded, about 15 minutes. Taste and adjust the seasoning with salt and black pepper.
  • Meanwhile, bring a large pot of salted water to a boil over medium-high heat. Add the pasta and cook according to the package directions, stirring occasionally, until al dente. Drain well.
  • Meanwhile, stir together the ricotta, 1/4 cup of the Pecorino Romano, the egg, remaining 1/4 teaspoon oregano, pinch of salt and a couple grinds of black pepper in a medium bowl until smooth and combined; set aside.
  • Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F and lightly grease the bottom and sides of a 9-by-13-inch baking dish with olive oil. Once the meat sauce is finished cooking, remove the parsley sprigs and discard. Stir in the al dente mostaccioli until well coated.
  • Transfer half of the pasta and sauce to the prepared baking dish, then spread the ricotta mixture on top in an even layer with a rubber spatula or small offset spatula. Top with the remaining pasta and sauce, followed by the mozzarella, then the remaining 3 tablespoons Pecorino Romano.
  • Cover the baking dish with foil and bake until heated through, about 20 minutes. Remove the foil and bake until the cheese is completely melted and the sauce is bubbling at the edges, 10 to 15 minutes more. Sprinkle with chopped parsley. Let rest for about 5 minutes before serving.

MOSTACCIOLI



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Provided by Giada De Laurentiis

Categories     dessert

Time 2h45m

Yield 30 to 40 cookies

Number Of Ingredients 18

1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
3/4 cup cake flour
1/2 cup almond flour
1/4 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
1 teaspoon baking powder
1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
1/2 teaspoon fine sea salt
1/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg
Zest of 1/2 large lemon
Zest of 1/2 small orange
2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
2 tablespoons unsalted butter
1 cup sugar
1/4 cup whole milk
2 tablespoons dark rum
1 large egg, at room temperature
1 1/2 cups semisweet chocolate chips (9 ounces), such as Ghirardelli
1/4 cup heavy cream

Steps:

  • Position a rack in the center of the oven and preheat the oven to 350 degrees F. Line 2 baking sheets with parchment paper or silicone liners.
  • For the cookies: In a food processor, pulse together the flours, cocoa powder, baking powder, cinnamon, salt, nutmeg and the lemon and orange zests. Add the olive oil and butter and pulse until blended.
  • In a large bowl, whisk together the sugar, milk, rum and egg until smooth. Gradually stir the flour mixture into the egg mixture until a stiff dough forms. With damp fingers, shape the dough into 1-inch balls and place about 1-inch apart on the prepared baking sheets. Bake until the cookies are firm to the touch, 10 to 11 minutes. Cool for 10 minutes, then transfer the cookies to wire racks to cool completely, about 15 more minutes.
  • For the icing: Put the chocolate chips and cream in a heatproof medium bowl and place the bowl over a pan of barely simmering water. Stir frequently until the chocolate has melted and the mixture is smooth.
  • Dip the cookies halfway into the icing, then return them to the racks and let set at room temperature until firm, 1 1/2 to 2 hours.

MOSTACCIOLI PASTA SALAD



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This is a sweet/sour pasta salad,perfect for a potluck or picnic because of no mayonnaise. It is very good and so simple too make. It is a favorite here at our house. ENJOY!

Provided by Theresa P

Categories     Low Cholesterol

Time 20m

Yield 8-10 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 10

1 lb mostaccioli pasta
6 drops yellow food coloring
1 1/2 cups cider vinegar
1 1/2 cups sugar
2 tablespoons prepared yellow mustard
1 teaspoon garlic salt
1 teaspoon pepper
1 finely diced onion
1 finely diced cucumber
1/2 cup olive oil or 1/2 cup vegetable oil

Steps:

  • Cook and drain the pasta according to package directions (add the food coloring to the pasta cooking water).
  • Mix the vinegar, sugar and spices; heat to boiling.
  • Add the onion, cucumber and oil; mix all with the cooked and drained pasta.
  • Chill for several hours until serving.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 500, Fat 14.5, SaturatedFat 2, Sodium 50.4, Carbohydrate 83.7, Fiber 2.4, Sugar 40, Protein 8

MOSTACCIOLI PASTA PRIMAVERA SALAD



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Make and share this Mostaccioli Pasta Primavera Salad recipe from Food.com.

Provided by Bergy

Categories     Lunch/Snacks

Time 4h15m

Yield 4-6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 10

3 cups mostaccioli pasta, uncooked
2 cups fresh asparagus spears, raw
1/2 cup mayonnaise
1/4 cup Italian dressing
2 tablespoons balsamic vinegar
1/2 teaspoon coarse ground black pepper
1/2 cup sweet red pepper strips
1/2 cup sliced zucchini
1/2 cup diced red onion
1/4 cup fresh basil leaf, chopped

Steps:

  • Cook pasta according to package instructions.
  • During last 2 minutes of cooking add the asparagus.
  • Drain pasta& asparagus, rinse in cold water.
  • Whisk together the mayo, Italian dressing, vinegar& pepper.
  • When cool, in a large bowl, stir the pasta& asparagus with 1/2 cup dressing and remaining ingredients.
  • Cover and refrigerate for several hoiurs.
  • Just before serving stir in the remaining dressing.

MOSTACCIOLI SALAD



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Make and share this Mostaccioli Salad recipe from Food.com.

Provided by SlipC

Categories     Potluck

Time P1DT20m

Yield 6-8 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 12

1 lb mostaccioli noodles
1 1/2 cups sugar
1 teaspoon pepper
2 teaspoons prepared mustard
1 onion, chopped
1 1/2 cups vinegar
1 teaspoon salt
1 teaspoon Accent seasoning
1 teaspoon garlic salt
2 cucumbers, chopped
parsley flakes
pimiento

Steps:

  • Prepare noodles as directed on package.
  • Combine other ingredients,except parsely and pimentos, in large bowl:Add cooked noodles.
  • Add parsley flakes and pimentos to taste.
  • Refrigerate overnight.
  • Serve cold or at room temperature.

EASY MOSTACCIOLI PASTA SALAD



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I discovered this tasty mostaccioli pasta salad in a church cookbook over 15 years ago, then the dog ate the cookbook! The recipe was lost for over a decade until it was recovered through the miracle of crowdsourcing. I'm excited to share it with everyone so this won't happen again! Enjoy! Best when made the day before serving.

Provided by Amber Bennett Stanley

Time 25m

Yield 8

Number Of Ingredients 11

1 (16 ounce) package mostaccioli pasta
1 cup Italian-style salad dressing
1 cup creamy salad dressing (such as Miracle Whip®)
1 tablespoon white sugar
1 tablespoon dried parsley
¼ teaspoon salt
¼ teaspoon ground black pepper
¼ teaspoon garlic salt
¼ teaspoon Italian seasoning
¼ teaspoon celery seed
¼ teaspoon mustard seed

Steps:

  • Bring a large pot of lightly salted water to a boil. Add pasta and cook, stirring occasionally, until tender yet firm to the bite, about 11 minutes. Drain and put into a large bowl.
  • Combine Italian salad dressing, creamy salad dressing, sugar, parsley, salt, pepper, garlic salt, Italian seasoning, celery seed, and mustard seed in a smaller bowl. Pour the dressing over the noodles and stir to combine. Refrigerate until needed.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 383.9 calories, Carbohydrate 49.6 g, Cholesterol 10 mg, Fat 17.7 g, Fiber 2 g, Protein 7.7 g, SaturatedFat 2.6 g, Sodium 869 mg, Sugar 9.9 g

MOSTACCIOLI



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This versatile dish is quick, delicious and budget-friendly. I love to make my own spaghetti sauce. You can make the sauce ahead to save time. My family and I both enjoy this. I hope you do too.

Provided by Luv2cook

Categories     100+ Pasta and Noodle Recipes     Pasta by Shape Recipes

Time 1h

Yield 12

Number Of Ingredients 12

2 teaspoons canola oil
½ cup chopped red onion
¼ cup red bell pepper, chopped
1 pound bulk pork sausage
4 (16 ounce) cans crushed tomatoes
1 teaspoon garlic powder
1 tablespoon Italian seasoning
1 teaspoon sugar
1 teaspoon salt
½ tablespoon ground black pepper
1 pound penne pasta
½ cup shredded Italian cheese blend

Steps:

  • Heat the canola oil in a large pot over medium heat. Stir in the onion and red pepper, and cook until the onion has softened and turned translucent, about 5 minutes. Add the pork sausage, cook and stir until the sausage is crumbly and browned, about 10 minutes. Drain off and discard any excess fat, then stir in the crushed tomatoes, garlic powder, Italian seasoning, sugar, salt, and pepper. Bring to a simmer over medium-high heat, then reduce the heat to medium-low, cover, and simmer 20 to 30 minutes until the sauce has reached your desired consistency.
  • Meanwhile, bring a large pot of lightly salted water to a boil over high heat. Add the penne pasta, and cook until al dente, 8 to 10 minutes. Drain the penne, then toss with the red sauce and Italian cheese blend. Stir until the cheese has melted. Season to taste with salt and pepper before serving.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 309.6 calories, Carbohydrate 40.3 g, Cholesterol 25.4 mg, Fat 11.6 g, Fiber 4.6 g, Protein 13.9 g, SaturatedFat 4 g, Sodium 772 mg, Sugar 1.8 g

EASY MOSTACCIOLI



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This rich and cheesy casserole freezes so well that no one would ever guess it had been on ice! It'll appeal to all ages. Margaret McNeil - Germantown, Tennessee

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 50m

Yield 2 casseroles (6 servings each).

Number Of Ingredients 9

1 package (16 ounces) mostaccioli
1-1/2 pounds ground beef
1-1/4 cups chopped green pepper
1 cup chopped onion
1 jar (26 ounces) spaghetti sauce
1 can (10-3/4 ounces) condensed cheddar cheese soup, undiluted
1-1/2 teaspoons Italian seasoning
3/4 teaspoon pepper
2 cups shredded part-skim mozzarella cheese, divided

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350°. Cook mostaccioli according to package directions. Meanwhile, in a large skillet, cook beef, green pepper and onion over medium heat until meat is no longer pink; drain. Stir in spaghetti sauce, soup, Italian seasoning and pepper., Drain mostaccioli. Add mostaccioli and 1-1/2 cups cheese to beef mixture. Transfer to two greased 11x7-in. baking dishes. Sprinkle with remaining cheese. , Cover and bake 20 minutes. Uncover; bake 5-10 minutes longer or until bubbly and cheese is melted. Freeze option:Cover and freeze unbaked casseroles up to 3 months. To use, thaw in refrigerator overnight. Remove from the refrigerator 30 minutes before baking. Preheat oven to 350°. Bake, covered, 50-60 minutes or until a thermometer reads 165°.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 351 calories, Fat 12g fat (5g saturated fat), Cholesterol 42mg cholesterol, Sodium 633mg sodium, Carbohydrate 39g carbohydrate (7g sugars, Fiber 3g fiber), Protein 22g protein. Diabetic Exchanges

MOSTACCIOLI



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Even though we're not Italian, this rich, cheesy pasta dish is a "family tradition" for holidays and special occasions. I was delighted the first time I tried this mostaccioli recipe-it has all the flavor of lasagna without the work of layering the ingredients. Try it...I'm sure it'll become one of your family's favorites, too! -Nancy Mundhenke, Kinsley, Kansas

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 1h

Yield 12 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 7

1 pound uncooked mostaccioli
1-1/2 pounds bulk Italian sausage
1 jar (28 ounces) meatless spaghetti sauce
1 large egg, lightly beaten
1 carton (15 ounces) ricotta cheese
2 cups shredded part-skim mozzarella cheese
1/2 cup grated Romano cheese

Steps:

  • Cook pasta according to package directions; drain. Crumble sausage into a Dutch oven. Cook over medium heat until no longer pink; drain. Stir in spaghetti sauce and pasta. In a large bowl, combine the egg, ricotta cheese and mozzarella cheese. , Spoon half of the pasta mixture into a greased shallow 3-qt. baking dish; layer with cheese mixture and remaining pasta mixture. , Cover and bake at 375° for 40 minutes or until a thermometer reads 160°. Uncover; top with Romano cheese. Bake 5 minutes longer or until heated through.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 386 calories, Fat 18g fat (9g saturated fat), Cholesterol 74mg cholesterol, Sodium 747mg sodium, Carbohydrate 36g carbohydrate (8g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 22g protein.

Tips:

  • For the best flavor, use fresh, ripe tomatoes and basil.
  • If you don't have any fresh basil, you can use dried basil, but use only half the amount, as it is more concentrated.
  • To make the salad even more refreshing, chill the tomatoes and mozzarella cheese before assembling.
  • If you are using a store-bought dressing, be sure to taste it before adding it to the salad, and adjust the amount to your liking.
  • For a healthier version of the salad, use low-fat or non-fat mozzarella cheese and a light vinaigrette dressing.

Conclusion:

Mostaccioli Summertime Salad is a delicious and refreshing salad that is perfect for a summer party or potluck. It is also a great way to use up leftover mostaccioli. The salad is easy to make and can be tailored to your own taste. So next time you are looking for a light and flavorful salad, give Mostaccioli Summertime Salad a try.

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