PATCHWORK QUILT PASTA SALAD

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This is one of the best tasting pasta salads I have ever had. My family and in-laws love it and I can never make enough. You can change or substitute the ingredients in the salad if you'd like to. This salad is best when prepared a day ahead.

Provided by Shirley Horton

Categories     Salad     100+ Pasta Salad Recipes     Rotini Pasta Salad Recipes

Time 25m

Yield 12

Number Of Ingredients 13

1 (12 ounce) package rotini/corkscrew pasta
1 (16 ounce) package frozen mixed vegetables, thawed
1 (15.25 ounce) can kidney beans, drained
1 ½ cups finely chopped celery
1 cucumber - peeled, seeded and chopped
½ cup finely chopped green bell pepper
½ cup finely chopped onion
⅔ cup cider vinegar
2 tablespoons margarine
⅔ cup sugar
1 tablespoon all-purpose flour
½ teaspoon salt
1 tablespoon prepared brown mustard

Steps:

  • In a large bowl combine cooked pasta, mixed vegetables, kidney beans, celery, cucumber, green pepper and onion.
  • To make the dressing combine in a saucepan over medium heat: vinegar, margarine, sugar, flour, salt and brown mustard; bring to boil. Continue to cook for 5 minutes stirring frequently. Cool completely.
  • Pour cooled dressing over bowl of vegetables. Toss to distribute dressing evenly. Cover tightly and store in refrigerator.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 170.5 calories, Carbohydrate 32.8 g, Fat 2.5 g, Fiber 4.6 g, Protein 5.3 g, SaturatedFat 0.5 g, Sodium 243.5 mg, Sugar 12 g

Abdul Rehman Shaikh
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I love the use of different colors of vegetables in this salad.


Nisa Krass
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This salad is so easy to make and it's always a crowd-pleaser.


Rim bista
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This is a great recipe for a potluck or party. It's easy to make and always a hit.


SK BOY GLOBAL
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I love the combination of flavors and textures in this salad. It's a great way to use up leftover pasta.


Taylor Adkins
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This is a delicious and refreshing salad that's perfect for a summer cookout.


Speckk Is daddy
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I've made this salad several times and it's always a hit. It's a great way to use up leftover pasta and vegetables.


Joy Sheikh
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This salad is so easy to make, and it's always a crowd-pleaser.


Dibya Deuja
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I love the use of different colors of pasta in this salad. It makes it so visually appealing.


Fatme Rima
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This is a great recipe for a crowd. I doubled the recipe and it was enough to feed 20 people.


OMME HANI Omme hani
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I made this salad for a picnic and it was a big hit! Everyone loved the flavors and the presentation.


Mahar Naeem
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This is a healthy and refreshing salad that is perfect for a light lunch or dinner.


Edith Dinkins
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I'm not a huge fan of bell peppers, but I really liked them in this salad. They added a nice crunch and flavor.


Nomagugu Hlongwane
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I love the combination of flavors in this salad. The sweetness of the tomatoes and corn goes perfectly with the salty cheese and tangy dressing.


Siya tshitshi
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This is a great recipe for using up leftover pasta. I always have a bag of leftover pasta in the fridge, and this is a great way to use it up.


Jason Whitledge
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I made this salad for my family and they loved it! The colors were so vibrant and the flavors were delicious. I will definitely be making this again soon.


Grce Jimmy
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This is a great recipe for a summer cookout. It's easy to make and can be served warm or cold. I like to add a little bit of crumbled feta cheese on top.


Debest Dubem
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I'm not usually a fan of pasta salad, but this one changed my mind. The dressing was light and flavorful, and the pasta was cooked perfectly. I loved the addition of the grilled vegetables.


Nairath Juma
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This salad was a hit at my last potluck! The combination of textures and flavors was amazing, and the presentation was beautiful. I will definitely be making this again.