CHICKEN, BASIL AND TOMATO PASTA SALAD
This is a nice refreshing pasta salad to serve in the summer, and is also delicious served as a vegetarian pasta salad by omitting the chicken. The time listed below does not include the time needed to chill the salad.
Provided by TasteTester
Categories Penne
Time 25m
Yield 4-6 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 14
Steps:
- Cook pasta according to package directions, adding green beans the last 5 minutes of cooking; drain. Rinse with cold water; drain again.
- Mix together the oil, vinegar, salt, garlic, mustard and pepper with a whisk until thoroughly combined.
- In a very large bowl toss together the pasta mixture, chicken cubes (if using), dressing, tomatoes, shredded cheese and olives. Cover and chill for 4-24 hours. Add basil and toss gently before serving. Top with shaved Parmesan cheese, if desired.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 728.5, Fat 35.4, SaturatedFat 8.7, Cholesterol 118.6, Sodium 757.8, Carbohydrate 52.9, Fiber 5.2, Sugar 4.1, Protein 48.6
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Thekra Alja
alja4@gmail.comI love this pasta salad! It's so easy to make, and it's always a hit with my family and friends.
786Meermnuwar Baloch
786meermnuwar-b67@gmail.comThis pasta salad is a great way to use up leftover pasta. It's also a great way to get your kids to eat their vegetables.
Ahmadzai paktiawall
paktiawall33@gmail.comI'm not a big fan of tomatoes, but I loved this pasta salad! The dressing is so good, it really balances out the flavor of the tomatoes.
Martin Roy Kyle
martin.r57@yahoo.comThis pasta salad is a great way to get your kids to eat their vegetables. The dressing is so flavorful, they won't even notice they're eating tomatoes and basil.
Md Rabiul Atik
rmd@yahoo.comI made this pasta salad for a picnic, and it was the perfect dish to take along. It's easy to eat, and it's not messy.
Caroline Nicodemus
n.caroline89@gmail.comThis pasta salad is a great way to use up leftover chicken. It's also a great make-ahead dish, so it's perfect for busy weeknights.
Yameen Khan
y_khan@hotmail.comI love this pasta salad! It's so easy to make, and it's always a hit with my family and friends.
Xsvier Fester
f-x@yahoo.comThis is my new favorite pasta salad recipe! It's so flavorful and refreshing.
Christian Davis
christian-davis@aol.comI made this pasta salad for a party, and it was a huge success! Everyone raved about the flavors.
Jesus Suarez
jesus.suarez@yahoo.comThis pasta salad is perfect for a summer picnic or potluck. It's easy to make and transport, and everyone will love it.
Hafija Sultana
s-hafija72@gmail.comI'm not a huge fan of pasta salad, but this one was really good! The dressing was light and flavorful, and the chicken was cooked perfectly.
Monir Nuzral
m.n@hotmail.comThis dish was a hit with my family! Everyone loved the flavors, and it was so easy to make.
Gaming Belal
gaming.belal@yahoo.comThis pasta salad is a great summer dish! It's light and refreshing, and the flavors are amazing. I especially love the combination of chicken, basil, and tomato. I will definitely be making this again!