Mostaccioli salad, a delightful pasta salad dish, captivates taste buds with its vibrant flavors and medley of textures. This classic Italian-American dish, commonly served at potlucks, picnics, and gatherings, offers a delightful combination of cooked mostaccioli pasta, a variety of vegetables, savory meats, tangy dressings, and a sprinkle of herbs. With countless variations, mostaccioli salad caters to diverse preferences, making it an ideal dish for any occasion. From simple three-ingredient salads to elaborate creations bursting with flavors, textures, and colors, there is a mostaccioli salad recipe out there to satisfy every palate.
Check out the recipes below so you can choose the best recipe for yourself!
MOSTACCIOLI SALAD
This salad needs to marinate for at least one day before serving. Gets raves, is great for carry-ins and picnics, and goes with everything.
Provided by JAN
Categories Salad 100+ Pasta Salad Recipes Vegetarian Pasta Salad Recipes
Time P1DT25m
Yield 16
Number Of Ingredients 12
Steps:
- Bring a large pot of lightly salted water to a boil. Add pasta and cook for 8 to 10 minutes or until al dente; drain.
- In a large bowl, gently toss together the pasta, oil, vinegar, sugar, onion, cucumber, pimento, mustard, garlic powder, parsley flakes, salt, and pepper. Cover, and refrigerate 24 hours before serving.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 200 calories, Carbohydrate 42.4 g, Fat 1.6 g, Fiber 1.7 g, Protein 4.4 g, SaturatedFat 0.3 g, Sodium 148.7 mg, Sugar 19.9 g
MOSTACCIOLI SALAD
Make and share this Mostaccioli Salad recipe from Food.com.
Provided by SlipC
Categories Potluck
Time P1DT20m
Yield 6-8 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 12
Steps:
- Prepare noodles as directed on package.
- Combine other ingredients,except parsely and pimentos, in large bowl:Add cooked noodles.
- Add parsley flakes and pimentos to taste.
- Refrigerate overnight.
- Serve cold or at room temperature.
MOSTACCIOLI VEGGIE SALAD
I first sampled this refreshing salad at a church potluck several years ago. The mix of pasta, zucchini, summer squash, cucumber, sweet peppers and black olives is coated with a light vinaigrette. Any pasta can be substituted for the mostaccioli. -Julie Sterchi Jackson, Missouri
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Lunch
Time 20m
Yield 10 servings.
Number Of Ingredients 17
Steps:
- Cook pasta according to package directions. Drain and rinse in cold water. Place in a large bowl; add the cucumbers, summer squash, zucchini, peppers, olives and onions., In a small bowl, whisk the dressing ingredients. Pour over pasta mixture; toss to coat. Cover and refrigerate for 8 hours or overnight. Toss again before serving. Serve with a slotted spoon.
Nutrition Facts :
EASY MOSTACCIOLI SALAD
Perfect for parties, picnics, and potlucks, this chilled mostaccioli salad has a tasty cucumber-onion dressing.
Provided by Mark Adams
Time 8h35m
Yield 12
Number Of Ingredients 13
Steps:
- Bring a large pot of lightly salted water to a boil. Add penne and food coloring to the boiling water and cook, stirring occasionally, until pasta is tender yet firm to the bite, about 11 minutes. Rinse and drain pasta.
- Combine cucumber, onion, vinegar, sugar, parsley, garlic salt, salt, pepper, MSG, and mustard in a blender; blend until smooth.
- Place pasta in a large bowl. Add oil and toss to coat, then toss with cucumber-onion dressing. Refrigerate 8 hours to overnight.
- Stir before serving.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 286.4 calories, Carbohydrate 45.2 g, Fat 10 g, Fiber 1.6 g, Protein 5.2 g, SaturatedFat 1.6 g, Sodium 396.5 mg, Sugar 18.4 g
MOSTACCIOLI SUMMERTIME SALAD
Light and tasty mostaccioli pasta salad perfect for a large gathering. Keeps well for days in the fridge and is easy to make.
Provided by mommycheryl
Time 4h25m
Yield 12
Number Of Ingredients 11
Steps:
- Bring a large pot of lightly salted water to a boil. Add pasta and cook, stirring occasionally, until tender yet firm to the bite, about 11 minutes.
- While pasta is cooking, mix oil, vinegar, sugar, pimento peppers, parsley, pepper, salt, and garlic salt together in a bowl. Stir in green onions and cucumber.
- Drain pasta. Pour dressing mixture over pasta and mix well. Refrigerate for at least 4 hours, or overnight, before serving.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 368.6 calories, Carbohydrate 46.3 g, Fat 18.9 g, Fiber 2 g, Protein 5.5 g, SaturatedFat 2.7 g, Sodium 351.7 mg, Sugar 18.7 g
EASY MOSTACCIOLI PASTA SALAD
I discovered this tasty mostaccioli pasta salad in a church cookbook over 15 years ago, then the dog ate the cookbook! The recipe was lost for over a decade until it was recovered through the miracle of crowdsourcing. I'm excited to share it with everyone so this won't happen again! Enjoy! Best when made the day before serving.
Provided by Amber Bennett Stanley
Time 25m
Yield 8
Number Of Ingredients 11
Steps:
- Bring a large pot of lightly salted water to a boil. Add pasta and cook, stirring occasionally, until tender yet firm to the bite, about 11 minutes. Drain and put into a large bowl.
- Combine Italian salad dressing, creamy salad dressing, sugar, parsley, salt, pepper, garlic salt, Italian seasoning, celery seed, and mustard seed in a smaller bowl. Pour the dressing over the noodles and stir to combine. Refrigerate until needed.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 383.9 calories, Carbohydrate 49.6 g, Cholesterol 10 mg, Fat 17.7 g, Fiber 2 g, Protein 7.7 g, SaturatedFat 2.6 g, Sodium 869 mg, Sugar 9.9 g
CUCUMBER MOSTACCIOLI SALAD
This recipe has been in my family for generations and is worth the wait. Plan ahead when making this recipe because the longer you let it marinate the better it tastes! (Cooking time is marinating time)
Provided by Mo the cook
Categories Low Cholesterol
Time P1DT10m
Yield 8 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 11
Steps:
- Blend together ingredients and let set overnight. (The longer the better).
- Optional - Add 1 chopped green pepper or sliced tomato on top.
- Will keep in refrigerator up to 2 weeks.
MOSTACCIOLI VEGETABLE SALAD
I always seem to have an abundance of peppers and zucchini in my garden....and I'm a pasta lover. What better way to serve them together than a nice refreshing summer salad.
Provided by MsBindy
Categories Peppers
Time 30m
Yield 10 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 16
Steps:
- Cook pasta according to package directions. Drain and rinse.
- Place pasta plus all remaining salad ingredients in a large bowl.
- Mix or shake all the vinaigrette ingredients together.
- Pour dressing over salad mixture, tossing to coat.
- Cover, and refrigerate 8 hours or overnight.
- Toss gently before serving.
MOSTACCIOLI PASTA PRIMAVERA SALAD
Make and share this Mostaccioli Pasta Primavera Salad recipe from Food.com.
Provided by Bergy
Categories Lunch/Snacks
Time 4h15m
Yield 4-6 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 10
Steps:
- Cook pasta according to package instructions.
- During last 2 minutes of cooking add the asparagus.
- Drain pasta& asparagus, rinse in cold water.
- Whisk together the mayo, Italian dressing, vinegar& pepper.
- When cool, in a large bowl, stir the pasta& asparagus with 1/2 cup dressing and remaining ingredients.
- Cover and refrigerate for several hoiurs.
- Just before serving stir in the remaining dressing.
Tips:
- Use fresh ingredients whenever possible. This will give your salad the best flavor and texture.
- Cook the pasta al dente. This means that it should be tender but still have a slight bite to it.
- Let the pasta cool completely before adding it to the salad. This will prevent the salad from becoming soggy.
- Choose a variety of vegetables for your salad. This will add flavor, color, and texture.
- Use a light dressing. A heavy dressing will overwhelm the other ingredients in the salad.
- Garnish the salad with fresh herbs or grated cheese. This will add a finishing touch of flavor and elegance.
Conclusion:
Mostaccioli salad is a delicious and versatile dish that can be enjoyed for lunch, dinner, or a potluck. It's easy to make and can be customized to your liking. So next time you're looking for a quick and easy meal, give mostaccioli salad a try!
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