MEDITERRANEAN VEGETABLE PASTA SALAD

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My mom always encouraged us to try different foods. She made it her mission in life to expose us to new recipes with a unique flavor combination. This salad reminds me of my mom because she always made mealtime into something exciting. -Christine Green, Conway, South Carolina

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Lunch

Time 55m

Yield 18 servings (3/4 cup each).

Number Of Ingredients 12

1 package (12 ounces) tricolor spiral pasta
2-1/2 cups quartered and thinly sliced cucumbers
1-1/4 cups grape tomatoes, halved
1 jar (5-3/4 ounces) pimiento-stuffed olives, drained and halved
1/2 cup chopped green pepper
1/2 cup chopped sweet yellow pepper
2 tablespoons capers, drained
1 cup (4 ounces) crumbled feta cheese
6 slices provolone cheese, chopped
1 cup shredded Parmesan cheese, divided
1/4 pound hard salami, cubed
1 cup Italian salad dressing

Steps:

  • Cook pasta according to package directions. Drain pasta and rinse in cold water., In a large bowl, combine the cucumbers, tomatoes, olives, peppers, capers and pasta. Stir in the feta and provolone cheeses, 1/2 cup Parmesan cheese and salami. Add dressing; toss to coat. Sprinkle with remaining Parmesan cheese.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 222 calories, Fat 13g fat (4g saturated fat), Cholesterol 18mg cholesterol, Sodium 715mg sodium, Carbohydrate 18g carbohydrate (2g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 9g protein.

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This salad is a keeper!


Mara Vazquez
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I can't wait to try this recipe with different types of vegetables.


Sabbir King
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This salad is the perfect side dish for grilled chicken or fish.


Muhammad Ghazanfar
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I love the bright and cheerful colors of this salad.


todd Durand
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This recipe is a great way to use up leftover vegetables.


Nekeisha Prince
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I'm not a huge fan of vegetables, but this salad is so good that I actually enjoyed them.


Rahul Kumar
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I made this salad for a party last weekend, and it was a huge hit! Everyone loved the combination of flavors.


Confidence Osaro Dede
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This salad is so easy to make, and it's a great way to get your kids to eat their vegetables.


Lahin Ahmed
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I love that this recipe is so versatile. I've made it with different types of pasta, vegetables, and cheese, and it's always delicious.


Rany Biswas
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I followed the recipe exactly, and it turned out perfectly. The dressing is tangy and flavorful, and the vegetables are cooked to perfection.


Arabella Sticher
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This pasta salad is a summer staple at our house! It's so refreshing and flavorful, and it's always a hit at potlucks and picnics.