CAPRESE MACARONI SALAD

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When fresh tomatoes and basil are abundant in the summer, I like to make this wonderful Caprese macaroni salad. -Debbie Glasscock, Conway, Arkansas

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Lunch     Side Dishes

Time 20m

Yield 7 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 11

2 cups uncooked elbow macaroni
1 cup mayonnaise
1 tablespoon Italian salad dressing mix
2 teaspoons sugar
3/4 teaspoon ground mustard
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/8 teaspoon pepper
1 pint cherry tomatoes, halved
1 cup fresh mozzarella cheese pearls
1/4 cup fresh basil leaves, slivered
2 tablespoons grated Parmesan cheese

Steps:

  • Cook macaroni according to package directions; drain and rinse with cold water. Cool completely., For dressing, in a small bowl, combine mayonnaise, dressing mix, sugar, mustard, salt and pepper. In a large bowl, combine tomatoes, mozzarella and macaroni. Add dressing; gently toss to coat. Refrigerate until serving. Top with basil and Parmesan before serving.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 397 calories, Fat 31g fat (8g saturated fat), Cholesterol 29mg cholesterol, Sodium 458mg sodium, Carbohydrate 20g carbohydrate (4g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 10g protein.

Victor Hamutenya
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This recipe was a little too salty for my taste. I think I would use less salt next time.


Ester Caniedo ajero
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I made this recipe for a picnic and it was a big hit! The salad was light and refreshing, and the flavors were perfect together.


Zawad Ally
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This recipe was easy to make and the salad was delicious! I will definitely be making it again.


Grt Devon
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I followed the recipe exactly and the salad turned out great! It was a hit at my potluck.


j s tube
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This recipe was a little bland for my taste. I think I would add some more herbs or spices next time.


MD Jingir MD Jingir
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I'm not a huge fan of tomatoes, but I really enjoyed this salad. The flavors were well-balanced and the salad was very refreshing.


Dracaena's Dreamland of Pearls
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I made this recipe for my family and they loved it! The salad was light and refreshing, and the flavors were perfect together.


Legend Naresh
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This recipe was easy to follow and the salad turned out great! I love the combination of flavors.


John Locke
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I made this recipe for a party and it was a huge success! Everyone loved it. I will definitely be making it again.


Shaneca Mosala
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This recipe was a little more time-consuming than I expected, but it was worth it. The salad was so flavorful and delicious.


Gujjar Sb
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I'm not a huge fan of macaroni salad, but this recipe changed my mind. The combination of flavors is amazing. I will definitely be making this again.


Md Tushar Ahmed Apple
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I made this recipe for a picnic and it was a big hit! The salad was light and refreshing, and the flavors were perfect together.


Precious Gina
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This was my first time making macaroni salad and it turned out great! The recipe was easy to follow and the salad was delicious.


Sameer Nawaz
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I've made this recipe several times now and it's always a crowd-pleaser. It's the perfect side dish for any summer gathering.


Daedricin
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This recipe was a hit at my last potluck! Everyone raved about how delicious and refreshing it was. I'm so glad I found this recipe.


Mir Mir
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My family loved this recipe! The flavors of the tomatoes, basil, and mozzarella cheese were so fresh and summery. I will definitely be making this again.