SWEET AND TANGY PASTA SALAD

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June Herke WATERTOWN, SOUTH DAKOTA I'm a retired farmwife and one of 16 children. I learned lots about cooking from my mother. This recipe is my version of a much simpler one.

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Lunch

Time 25m

Yield 16 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 14

1 package (16 ounces) spiral pasta
1 medium cucumber, finely chopped
1 jar (8 ounces) whole baby corn, drained and cut into 1/2-inch pieces
1 jar (7-1/2 ounces) marinated artichoke hearts, drained
1 cup sliced pimiento-stuffed olives
1 cup sliced ripe olives
1/2 cup finely chopped sweet red pepper
1/4 cup finely chopped onion
DRESSING:
1 cup canola oil
1 cup cider vinegar
1 cup sugar
1/2 teaspoon pepper
2 tablespoons minced fresh parsley

Steps:

  • Cook pasta according to package directions. Meanwhile, in a large bowl, combine the cucumber, corn, artichokes, olives, red pepper and onion. Drain pasta and rinse in cold water; stir into vegetable mixture. , In a small bowl, whisk the dressing ingredients. Pour over salad; toss to coat. Cover and refrigerate for at least 2 hours. Serve with a slotted spoon.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 332 calories, Fat 19g fat (2g saturated fat), Cholesterol 0 cholesterol, Sodium 330mg sodium, Carbohydrate 38g carbohydrate (14g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 4g protein.

Md SkSUJON
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This pasta salad is a great make-ahead dish. You can make it a day or two ahead of time, and it will still be delicious.


CATERPILLAR BUTTERFLY
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This is a really versatile recipe. You can add or remove ingredients to suit your own taste.


Syed Alam
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I've tried many pasta salad recipes, and this one is by far the best. It's so flavorful and refreshing.


Mufaro Shambs
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This pasta salad is a great way to get your kids to eat their vegetables.


Wiz Kats
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I love the sweet and tangy dressing on this pasta salad. It's the perfect balance of flavors.


Mr. TN COMEDIAN
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This is my go-to recipe for pasta salad. It's always a hit, and it's so easy to make.


Jayden Fama
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I've made this dish several times now, and it's always a crowd-pleaser. It's perfect for parties or potlucks.


Augustine Ezeka
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I made this dish for my family, and they all loved it. Even my picky kids ate it up!


Travia Oyer
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This recipe is a great way to use up leftover pasta. I always have some leftover pasta in my fridge, and this is a great way to turn it into a delicious meal.


Fedrick Mgaya
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I love the addition of bacon to this recipe. It adds a nice smoky flavor that really takes the dish to the next level.


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This is a great recipe for summer. It's light and refreshing, and the flavors are perfect for a picnic or barbecue.


Kevin H
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I wasn't sure about the combination of sweet and tangy, but I was pleasantly surprised. The dressing is perfectly balanced, and it really brings out the flavors of the other ingredients.


angela fabisiak
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I love how easy this dish is to make. It's perfect for a quick and easy weeknight meal, or for a potluck or picnic.


Zameer Ali
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This pasta salad was a huge hit at my last potluck! Everyone raved about the sweet and tangy dressing, and the combination of flavors and textures was perfect. I'll definitely be making this again soon.