DISAPPEARING PASTA SALAD

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Everyone I've ever served this to absolutely loves it. If you have any left over, the flavor gets better as it sits.

Provided by Nancy Felice-Arkinstall

Categories     Pasta Sides

Time 45m

Number Of Ingredients 9

1 pkg tri-color rotini or 1 lb. cooked cheese tortellini
2 jar(s) (small jar) artichoke hearts, drained and well chopped
2 - 3 carrots, grated
2 zucchini, grated
1/4 c grated parmigiana reggiano cheese
1/4 c grated pecorino romano cheese
4-5 oz crumbled feta cheese
1 cruet good seasons italian dressing (or your favorite bottled italian dressing)
3/4 c drained, sliced black olives (optional)

Steps:

  • 1. In a large glass bowl, grate carrots, zucchini and cheese. Drain and chop up artichoke hearts; place on top of cheese. If using olives, drain and pour on top of artichoke hearts.
  • 2. Boil your pasta until desired doneness. Drain and rinse with cold water to cool pasta.
  • 3. Put pasta in a large mixing bowl (either Pyrex or the big Tupperware bowl). Add carrots, zucchini, cheese, artichoke hearts and olives. Crumble Feta cheese over all ingredients. Pour Italian dressing over the top.
  • 4. Mix well and cover. Let sit in refrigerator for at least 8 hours or overnight, mixing well 2 times to let flavors meld.

Diluc Ragnvindr
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Yum!


Nwaeseh Victoria
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This pasta salad is a hit at every potluck I bring it to.


Tayyab khan khan
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This pasta salad is perfect for a summer picnic.


Natalie Rosener
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This pasta salad is a great way to use up leftover vegetables.


Solaiman “King786” Sultani
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I followed the recipe exactly, and my pasta salad turned out perfectly. The vegetables were crisp, the cheese was melted and gooey, and the dressing was just the right amount of tangy.


Joshua Velasquez
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I'm always looking for new pasta salad recipes, and this one definitely didn't disappoint. The dressing was tangy and flavorful, and the combination of vegetables and cheese was perfect.


crystal chotoo
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This pasta salad is so easy to make, and it's always a crowd-pleaser. I love that I can make it ahead of time and it still tastes great.


Whisper Wiley
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I've made this pasta salad several times now, and it's always a hit. It's a great recipe to have on hand for last-minute potlucks or picnics.


OWEN JOHNSON
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This pasta salad is a great way to get your kids to eat their vegetables. My kids love the sweet and tangy dressing, and they always gobble up the vegetables.


Simplode
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I made this pasta salad for a party, and it was a huge hit. Everyone loved the unique flavor combination and the tender, perfectly cooked pasta.


Yuna
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This pasta salad is perfect for a summer picnic or potluck. It's light and refreshing, and it travels well.


Mary Mohamed
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This pasta salad is a great way to use up leftover vegetables. I always have a few odds and ends in my fridge, and this is a great way to use them up.


Krypa Gaming
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I love that this pasta salad is so versatile. I can add whatever vegetables I have on hand, and it always turns out delicious.


vicky pun
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I followed the recipe exactly, and my pasta salad turned out perfectly. The vegetables were crisp, the cheese was melted and gooey, and the dressing was just the right amount of tangy.


emma duplessis
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This pasta salad is so easy to make, and it's always a crowd-pleaser. I love that I can make it ahead of time and it still tastes great.


Agustin solis
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I'm always looking for new pasta salad recipes, and this one definitely didn't disappoint. The dressing was tangy and flavorful, and the combination of vegetables and cheese was perfect.


Sian Parry
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This pasta salad was a hit at my last potluck! Everyone raved about the unique flavor combination and the tender, perfectly cooked pasta.