PASTA SALAD A LA HONEYBEAR

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This is my take on several different pasta salads I have tried. It's my daughter's favorite and I have taken it to several picnics and BBQs and it's always a bit hit. At serving time if pasta seems a little dry, drizzle with some olive oil and mix again.

Provided by Beverly Burton

Categories     Salad     100+ Pasta Salad Recipes     Rotini Pasta Salad Recipes

Time 2h40m

Yield 10

Number Of Ingredients 16

1 (16 ounce) package tri-color rotini pasta
1 small red onion, diced
1 cup diced roasted red peppers
1 cup cubed mozzarella cheese
1 (6 ounce) jar marinated artichoke hearts, drained and chopped
¼ pound salami, diced
¾ cup sliced stuffed green olives
1 (4 ounce) can sliced black olives
½ cup sliced pepperoncini peppers
1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
¼ teaspoon garlic powder, or to taste
1 pinch seasoned salt, or to taste
ground black pepper to taste
⅓ cup Italian-style salad dressing (such as Newman's Own®)
¼ cup mayonnaise (such as Best Foods®)
½ cup shredded Parmesan cheese

Steps:

  • Bring a large pot of lightly salted water to a boil; cook rotini at a boil until tender yet firm to the bite, 8 to 10 minutes. Drain and run under cold water to cool.
  • Mix rotini, red onion, roasted red peppers, mozzarella cheese, artichoke hearts, salami, green olives, black olives, pepperoncini peppers, Italian seasoning, garlic powder, seasoned salt, and black pepper in a large bowl.
  • Whisk Italian-style dressing and mayonnaise together in a small bowl; pour over rotini mixture and toss to coat. Add Parmesan cheese and mix well. Refrigerate salad at least 2 hours before serving.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 358.4 calories, Carbohydrate 38.2 g, Cholesterol 24.2 mg, Fat 17.1 g, Fiber 2.9 g, Protein 13.5 g, SaturatedFat 4.5 g, Sodium 1374.6 mg, Sugar 2.7 g

Vicknesh Dakshan
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I'm not a big fan of pasta salad, but this one is really good. The dressing is light and flavorful, and the vegetables are fresh and crunchy.


Asghar Butt
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This pasta salad is a great way to use up leftover vegetables.


Shital Hamid
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I love that this recipe uses simple, everyday ingredients. It's so easy to make, and it's always delicious.


Ashrit Karki
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This pasta salad is perfect for a summer picnic or barbecue.


Jason Sabean
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I've tried several pasta salad recipes, but this one is by far the best. It's so flavorful and refreshing.


Kabir Shingh
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I love the sweet and tangy dressing in this pasta salad. It's the perfect balance of flavors.


Asad Ahumad
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This is my go-to potluck dish. It's always a crowd-pleaser, and it's so easy to make.


Abhishek Malik
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I've made this pasta salad several times now, and it's always a hit. The dressing is so flavorful, and the salad is so easy to make.


Abidaz013 Abidaz013
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This pasta salad is the perfect summer dish. It's light and refreshing, and it's always a crowd-pleaser.


Choki Dema
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I love that this recipe is so versatile. I can add or remove ingredients depending on what I have on hand, and it always turns out great.


Uwase Husna
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This pasta salad is a hit at every potluck I bring it to! The combination of sweet and savory flavors is perfect, and the crunchy vegetables add a nice texture.