PASTA SALAD, FABULOUS NO MAYO!

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I've had many people who don't like pasta salad LOVE my pasta salad. The best thing is it's flexibility. Don't like tomatoes? Olives? Leave them out! Love broccoli? Chicken? Throw it in! This is quick, easy & fairly cheap, but delicious!

Provided by Ladibugz Mom

Categories     Lunch/Snacks

Time 18m

Yield 1 large dish; servings depend on what is added and i, 8-10 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 8

1 (16 ounce) box salad rotini pasta (any variety will do, but this is my favorite)
1 tomatoes, diced
1 (16 ounce) can kidney beans, drained & rinsed
0.5 (2 1/4 ounce) can sliced black olives
1 (16 ounce) bottle Italian dressing, any brand
crouton, favorite variety
bacon bits
parmesan cheese

Steps:

  • Cook pasta to desired tenderness.
  • When cooled, add diced tomatoes, olive slices and beans.
  • Add Italian dressing, measure by eye, pasta should be coated, but not swimming!
  • I usually use packets of powdered dressing mix, as do not keep bottles of Italian dressing on hand, and can make as much or as little as I want.
  • I've also played with different varieties of Italian dressings.
  • You can have fun with it, tweak to your taste.
  • If not serving immediately, refrigerate. But mix well before serving to redistribute dressing that may settle at bottom of dish.
  • Serve with croutons, bacon bits & Parmesan cheese.
  • (I serve this on the side to sprinkle on top, because if any leftovers croutons& bacon bits will get soggy when refrigerated, and vegans don't eat cheese!).

Mh Mahadi
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This pasta salad is delicious!


gacha_girl hampton
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I love this recipe!


Kalungi Aminah
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This is my new go-to pasta salad recipe.


Jimmy Herman
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I've made this pasta salad several times and it's always a hit.


charity tony
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This pasta salad is a great way to get your kids to eat their vegetables.


Yousuf Malik
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I love the no-mayo dressing. It's so light and refreshing.


Jangirxxasss Alom
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This is a great recipe for a summer cookout. It's easy to make and it's always a hit with my guests.


Rehan Sajid
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I love that this recipe is customizable. You can add or remove ingredients to suit your taste. I like to add grilled chicken or tuna to make it a more substantial meal.


James A. Mathew
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This pasta salad is a great way to use up leftover vegetables. I always have a bunch of odds and ends in my fridge and this recipe is a great way to use them up.


KUSHAL GAME
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I'm not a huge fan of pasta salad, but this recipe changed my mind. It's so light and refreshing, and the dressing is delicious. I'll definitely be making this again.


Cardella Moates
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This is my new favorite pasta salad recipe. It's so easy to make and it's always a hit. I love the combination of flavors and textures.


Syed JARRAR Gamming
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I've made this pasta salad several times now and it's always a crowd-pleaser. It's the perfect dish to bring to a potluck or picnic.


hamza alrawi
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I'm not a big fan of mayonnaise, so I was thrilled to find this no-mayo pasta salad recipe. It's so good! The dressing is light and tangy, and the vegetables are crisp and flavorful.


Maira Gillani
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This was a great recipe! I made it for a party and it was a huge success. The salad was light and refreshing, and the dressing was flavorful without being too heavy.


Ranawasif Ali
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I love the simplicity of this recipe. It's so easy to make and the results are always delicious. I often add grilled chicken or shrimp to make it a complete meal.


Saha Rat
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This pasta salad was a hit at my last potluck. Everyone raved about it and asked for the recipe. I'll definitely be making it again soon.


Maleeha Gohar
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I've tried many pasta salad recipes, but this one is by far the best. The combination of ingredients is perfect and the dressing is spot-on. I highly recommend it!


Brian Sakala
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This pasta salad is a delightful summer staple. It's bursting with fresh flavors and the no-mayo dressing is a game-changer. I love that it's light and refreshing, yet still satisfying.