PASTA SALAD PLUS

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"When it comes to pleasing a crowd at a picnic or other summer gathering, this colorful pasta and veggie salad does the trick," say Taunja Roberts of Amity, Oregon. "My good fried Melody created this terrific recipe and shared it with me.

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Lunch

Time 25m

Yield 15 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 18

12 ounces uncooked spiral pasta
4 medium carrots, sliced
3 celery ribs, sliced
1 can (16 ounces) kidney beans, rinsed and drained
1 can (15 ounces) garbanzo beans or chickpeas, rinsed and drained
1 large onion, halved and thinly sliced
1 cup sliced fresh mushrooms
1 medium green pepper, julienned
1 can (6 ounces) pitted ripe olives, drained and sliced
1 jar (7-1/2 ounces) marinated artichoke hearts, drained and coarsely chopped
DRESSING:
1/2 cup white wine vinegar
1/2 cup canola oil
1/3 cup sugar
2 tablespoons grated Parmesan cheese
3/4 to 1 teaspoon garlic powder
3/4 teaspoon salt
1/8 teaspoon pepper

Steps:

  • Cook pasta according to package directions; drain and rinse in cold water. Place in a large bowl; add the next nine ingredients. In a jar with a tight-fitting lid, combine the dressing ingredients; shake well. Pour over salad and toss to coat.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 267 calories, Fat 10g fat (1g saturated fat), Cholesterol 1mg cholesterol, Sodium 474mg sodium, Carbohydrate 38g carbohydrate (0 sugars, Fiber 5g fiber), Protein 7g protein. Diabetic Exchanges

Malick Nomi
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This is the best pasta salad recipe I've ever tried. It's so easy to make and it's always a crowd-pleaser.


Spiral Out
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This salad is so refreshing and flavorful. It's perfect for a summer picnic or potluck.


Peremote Blessing
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I love the addition of grapes and pineapple to this pasta salad. It gives it a nice sweetness.


Julieanna Tong
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This pasta salad is a great way to use up leftover pasta. It's also a great make-ahead dish, so it's perfect for busy weeknights.


Qadeer Mustafa
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I've made this salad several times and it's always a hit. It's a great summer dish.


Maggie kizz
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This salad is a great way to get your kids to eat their vegetables. My kids love the sweet grapes and pineapple.


Day with me
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I'm not a huge fan of pasta salad, but this one is really good. The dressing is light and flavorful, and the salad is packed with fresh vegetables.


Shankar Shah
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This pasta salad is a great way to use up leftover chicken or ham. It's also a great make-ahead dish, so it's perfect for busy weeknights.


Anette Brackett
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I made this salad for a party and it was a huge success. Everyone loved it!


Amjad Azroun
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I followed the recipe exactly and it turned out perfect. The dressing is light and flavorful, and the salad is packed with fresh vegetables.


Mymisba Mymisba
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This is the best pasta salad I've ever had. It's so easy to make and it's always a crowd-pleaser.


deez
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I love the combination of flavors in this salad. The sweetness of the grapes and pineapple pairs perfectly with the tangy dressing.


erick john
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This pasta salad is a hit! It's so refreshing and flavorful, and it's perfect for a summer picnic or potluck.