ARTICHOKE ASPARAGUS PASTA SALAD

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I make tons of this pasta salad whenever there is a large potluck type gathering, and there is almost always never any left to bring home after.

Provided by Home_Chef_Jen

Categories     Salad     100+ Pasta Salad Recipes     Broccoli Pasta Salad Recipes

Time 12h50m

Yield 30

Number Of Ingredients 15

2 (16 ounce) packages tri-color pasta
⅓ cup olive oil
3 cups fresh broccoli florets
2 (14 ounce) cans water-packed artichoke hearts, drained and chopped
2 cups fresh asparagus, trimmed and cut into 1-inch pieces
2 cups chopped fresh parsley
1 (10 ounce) package frozen chopped spinach, thawed and drained
1 (6 ounce) can sliced black olives
2 cups grated Parmesan cheese
2 cups mayonnaise
1 cup sour cream
⅓ cup red wine vinegar
1 (1 ounce) package ranch dressing mix
1 tablespoon ground black pepper
1 ½ teaspoons salt

Steps:

  • Bring a large pot of lightly salted water to a boil. Cook tri-colored pasta at a boil until tender yet slightly firm, about 10 minutes.
  • Drain the pasta and rinse in cold water until chilled; drain again.
  • Transfer the pasta to a very large salad bowl and toss with olive oil until coated.
  • Mix broccoli florets, artichoke hearts, asparagus, parsley, spinach, and olives into the pasta until thoroughly combined.
  • Stir Parmesan cheese, mayonnaise, sour cream, red wine vinegar, ranch dressing mix, black pepper, and salt together in a bowl until smooth.
  • Pour the dressing over the pasta mixture and toss to coat. Cover bowl and refrigerate for 12 hours to blend flavors before serving.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 304.6 calories, Carbohydrate 27.8 g, Cholesterol 13.6 mg, Fat 18.4 g, Fiber 2.6 g, Protein 7.9 g, SaturatedFat 4.2 g, Sodium 511.6 mg, Sugar 1.4 g

Supa Nova
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This pasta salad is the perfect dish to bring to a potluck or party. It's always a hit.


Dheeraj Roy
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This dish is a great way to get your kids to eat their vegetables. My kids love the artichokes and asparagus.


Shannon Earle
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This pasta salad is a great make-ahead dish. I made it the night before, and it was even better the next day.


Allessandro Williams
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I love how customizable this recipe is. You can easily add or remove ingredients to suit your own taste.


Sm Souon77
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This dish is a great way to use up leftover pasta. I had some leftover spaghetti, and this was the perfect way to use it up.


Khurram Ghumman
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This is the best pasta salad I've ever had. It's so flavorful and easy to make.


Chance Miller
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I'm not usually a fan of pasta salad, but this one is delicious. The artichokes and asparagus add a nice crunch and flavor.


Conor MacKay
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This dish is so refreshing and light. It's the perfect meal for a hot summer day.


crow harris
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This pasta salad is the perfect balance of sweet and savory. I love the combination of artichokes, asparagus, and sun-dried tomatoes.


Morne Leeuvendal
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I love the bright and flavorful dressing in this dish. It really brings all the ingredients together.


Hafiz Noman Ahmed
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This is my new favorite pasta salad recipe. It's so easy to make, and it's always a crowd-pleaser.


Emmanuel Tabat
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I've made this pasta salad several times now, and it's always a hit. It's the perfect dish to bring to a potluck or party.


Zawar Awan
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This dish is a great way to impress your friends and family. It's elegant enough for a special occasion, but it's also easy enough to make for a weeknight meal.


Fawad Ali
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This pasta salad is a great way to get your kids to eat their vegetables. My kids love the artichokes and asparagus, and they always ask for seconds.


Oscar Adrian Arellano
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I love how versatile this recipe is. You can easily add or remove ingredients to suit your own taste. I added some grilled chicken to mine, and it was delicious.


Md Raju kan Raju
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This dish is a great way to use up leftover asparagus. I had some leftover from dinner the night before, and this was the perfect way to use it up. The pasta salad is also a great make-ahead dish, so it's perfect for busy weeknights.


areej ahmad
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I'm always looking for new pasta salad recipes, and this one definitely didn't disappoint. The artichokes and asparagus give it a unique and delicious flavor. I'll definitely be making this again soon.


Gabunga Julius
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This pasta salad is perfect for a summer picnic or barbecue. It's light and refreshing, and the dressing is tangy and flavorful. I especially love the addition of fresh herbs.


Sarah Mwanje
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I love the combination of flavors in this dish. The artichokes, asparagus, and sun-dried tomatoes all go so well together. I also appreciate that this dish is relatively easy to make.


Mdmosarof Hosein
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This recipe was a hit at my last potluck! The artichokes and asparagus added a nice crunch and flavor to the pasta salad. I'll definitely be making this again.