MACARONI SALAD WITH BASIL DRESSING

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Number Of Ingredients 10

1 cup loosely packed fresh basil leaves
3 cloves garlic
1/2 teaspoon pepper
1/2 teaspoon salt, optional
2/3 cup olive oil
1 tablespoon red wine vinegar or cider vinegar
3 medium tomatoes, seeded and diced
2 to 3 medium zucchini, cut into 1/4-inch slices
7 to 8 ounces elbow macaroni, cooked and drained
2 cups (8 ounces) shredded Cheddar cheese or low-fat mozzarella

Steps:

  • In a blender container or food processor, combine the basil, garlic, pepper, and salt if desired. Process until finely chopped. Add oil and vinegar process until well blended. Set aside. In a 4-qt. salad bowl, combine tomatoes, zucchini, macaroni and cheese toss lightly. Pour dressing over all toss to coat. Cover and refrigerate at least 2 hours or overnight. Diabetic Exchanges: One serving (prepared with low-fat mozzarella and without added salt) equals 3 fat, 1 starch, 1 vegetable, 1 meat also, 273 calories, 126 mg sodium, 12 mg cholesterol, 21 gm carbohydrate, 10 gm protein, 18 gm fat.© Copyright Reiman Publications, 1993-1997

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Hafiz Kashif
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Overall, this macaroni salad is a solid choice for a summer cookout or potluck. It's easy to make, flavorful, and always a crowd-pleaser.


Shahzad afridi
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This salad was a bit too bland for my taste. I think I'll add some chopped red onion and a sprinkle of cayenne pepper next time.


Sh Sakil
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I've made this salad several times now and it's always a hit. It's so easy to make and the basil dressing is to die for.


Keamogetswe Maduma
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This macaroni salad is the perfect summer side dish. It's light, refreshing, and packed with flavor. I love the combination of the sweet corn, crunchy celery, and creamy mayonnaise.


Sk Fardin
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Not a fan of basil, so I substituted parsley in the dressing. Turned out great!


Bob Jones
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Just made this for dinner and it was delicious! The basil dressing is so easy to make and really adds a lot of flavor to the salad.


Sobuj Kumar
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This macaroni salad is a great make-ahead dish for picnics or potlucks. The flavors meld together nicely and it's always a crowd-pleaser.


EJGoods Studios
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Followed the recipe exactly and it came out perfectly. The basil dressing is so flavorful and really makes the dish.


Katie Mh
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Not bad, but I think I would have liked it more with a different dressing. Maybe a creamy ranch or a tangy vinaigrette.


Boni Edinam
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This salad was a hit at my potluck! Everyone raved about the unique flavor of the basil dressing. I'll definitely be making this again.


Dewan Khan
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Easy to follow recipe and turned out great! The basil dressing is a must-try.


Lalan Pandit
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Yum! Loved the tangy flavor of the basil dressing. It really elevated the simple macaroni salad to something special. Will definitely try this recipe again.


Mohammad Hassan
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This macaroni salad is a game-changer! The basil dressing is so flavorful and refreshing, and it perfectly complements the tender macaroni and crisp vegetables. I'll definitely be making this again and again.


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