GARDEN PASTA SALAD

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This salad includes not only garden vegetables but pasta too. It is a great side dish to any meal.-Bernard Bellin, Franklin, Wisconsin

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Lunch

Time 25m

Yield 6-8 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 7

8 ounces uncooked spiral or cartwheel pasta
3 cups assorted chopped fresh or frozen vegetables
1 bottle (16 ounces) zesty Italian salad dressing, divided
1 cup cubed cooked chicken, turkey or ham
1 cup cubed cheddar, mozzarella or Monterey Jack cheese
1 can (2-1/4 ounces) sliced ripe olives, drained
Minced fresh parsley or basil, optional

Steps:

  • Cook pasta according to package directions. Drain but do not rinse. Return pasta to the pan; add vegetables and toss. Cover for 3-5 minutes. Vegetables will lightly steam in pasta. , Place pasta in a large salad bowl. Top with three-fourths of the dressing and lightly toss. Chill several hours or overnight. , If pasta is dry, add remaining dressing along with meat, cheese, olives, and parsley or basil if desired. Chill until serving.

Nutrition Facts :

Dymond Dyva
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Overall, this is a great recipe. I'll definitely be making it again.


ale xo
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This salad is a bit too expensive for my budget. I'll have to look for more affordable ingredients.


Ahmed Raza
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I love that this salad is so easy to make. It's a great weeknight meal.


Zohoor Nazari
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This salad is healthy and delicious. It's a great way to get your daily dose of vegetables.


Imene Gloria
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I followed the recipe exactly and it turned out perfectly. Thanks for sharing!


Cindy Langston
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This salad is a bit too oily for my taste. I'll use less olive oil next time.


Md Muna
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I'm not a fan of bell peppers, so I omitted them from the recipe. It was still delicious!


Sabur Akbary
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Overall, this is a good recipe, but it needs a few tweaks to suit my taste.


Ismail Magsi
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This salad is a bit bland. I'll add some more herbs and spices next time.


David P. Kowalchyk Jr
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The dressing is a bit too tangy for my taste. I'll use less lemon juice next time.


Apourbo Nath
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This salad is light and refreshing, perfect for a summer meal.


Nadya Randria
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I made this salad for a picnic and it was a huge success. Everyone loved it.


Qudrat Agha
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This salad is so versatile. You can add or remove ingredients to suit your taste.


Wynter Rae
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I added some grilled chicken to this salad for a more substantial meal. It was delicious!


Farhan ali Farhan ali
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This recipe is a keeper! I'll definitely be making it again and again.


aubree lawson
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I couldn't find fresh basil, so I used dried basil instead. It still turned out great!


Hossain Ahamed
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This pasta salad was a hit at my potluck party. It disappeared in minutes!


M0n1_H1r0 Litu
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Loved the vibrant colors of this salad! It's a feast for the eyes as well as the taste buds.


Svein Nillsen
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The dressing was tangy and flavorful, perfectly complementing the crisp vegetables and tender pasta.


Natasha Davis
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This garden pasta salad was a delightful burst of flavors and textures. The combination of fresh vegetables, zesty dressing, and perfectly cooked pasta made for a refreshing and satisfying meal.


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