NOT YOUR MAMA'S PASTA SALAD
This is not your typical pasta salad, ergo the name I gave it. LOL My cousin brought this to a get together once and I was blown away. I have tweaked it some to my taste. For instance, she added garbanzo beans. I hate garbanzos so I omitted them. Don't be afraid to add things you love and drop others. You truly can't mess...
Provided by Christine Whisenhunt
Categories Pasta Sides
Number Of Ingredients 12
Steps:
- 1. Cook pasta. Rinse in cold water to cool. Drain well.
- 2. In a very large bowl, mix all ingredients together. Add dressing. If you are not serving until the next day, I recommend withholding the tomatoes, cucumber and cheese until shortly before serving, to prevent them from getting too soft or mushy. As this sits, especially if you prepare it the night before, you will find it soaks up the dressing and you will need to add more. Start with one bottle of dressing and go from there. You want it coated well, but not sitting in a pool of dressing.
- 3. Note: I believe my cousin used kalamata olives. I like them ok, but I love green olives, so I use green olives in their place. Experiment with the varieties you love! Enjoy! P.S. If you want a healthier version, omit the salami and/or use chopped chicken breast.
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Hannah Mclean
[email protected]This pasta salad is the perfect summer dish. It's light, refreshing, and flavorful. I love the combination of sweet and tangy flavors. It's also really easy to make, which is a bonus on a hot summer day.
toya latrice ayers
[email protected]This pasta salad is both healthy and tasty, which is a rare combination. I love that it's made with whole-wheat pasta and lots of fresh vegetables. The dressing is also light and flavorful. It's a great dish for a healthy lunch or dinner.
md js sohag
[email protected]I love how versatile this pasta salad is. I can easily add or remove ingredients to suit my taste. I also love that I can use whatever pasta I have on hand. It's a great way to use up leftover pasta.
susan Dyer
[email protected]This pasta salad is so easy to make, even for a beginner cook. I love that I don't have to cook anything, just chop up the vegetables and mix everything together. It's a great recipe for a quick and easy weeknight meal.
Reece Byrne
[email protected]This pasta salad is absolutely delicious! The dressing is perfectly balanced, and the combination of flavors and textures is amazing. I love the crunch of the celery and the sweetness of the tomatoes. It's a perfect summer dish.
yashfa yashfa
[email protected]This pasta salad is perfect for parties and potlucks. It's easy to make ahead of time, and it always gets rave reviews. I love the bright colors and the fresh, summery flavor. It's always a crowd-pleaser.
Angela Greer
[email protected]My family loves this pasta salad! It's always a hit at our summer cookouts. I usually double the recipe because it goes so fast. The kids love the sweet and tangy dressing, and the adults love the combination of flavors and textures.
Kamal Abraham
[email protected]This pasta salad is really budget-friendly, which is important for me as a college student. I can easily find all of the ingredients at my local grocery store, and it doesn't break the bank.
Shiraz Ghouri
[email protected]This pasta salad is so quick and easy to make, which is perfect for busy weeknights. I love that I can just throw everything in a bowl and mix it up. It's also really versatile, so I can use whatever vegetables I have on hand.
SUMBAL QASIM
[email protected]I love that this pasta salad is made with whole-wheat pasta and lots of fresh vegetables. It's a great way to get your daily dose of nutrients. Plus, it's really delicious! I added some grilled chicken for extra protein.
Houd Mellouk
[email protected]I'm always looking for new pasta salad recipes, and this one definitely caught my attention. The addition of the artichoke hearts and sun-dried tomatoes gave it a really unique flavor. I'll definitely be making this again.
Md Hafizur Rahman
[email protected]This pasta salad was a hit at my summer potluck! The combination of flavors and textures was perfect, and it was so easy to make. I used a gluten-free pasta, and it worked out great. Highly recommend!