GAZPACHO MACARONI SALAD

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Although Gazpacho is traditionally an uncooked soup of pureed fresh vegetables, this recipe combines the chopped vegetables with pasta in the form of a salad. Prep time does not include marinating time.

Provided by DailyInspiration

Categories     Salad Dressings

Time 30m

Yield 6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 18

4 ounces uncooked macaroni
2 1/2 cups tomatoes, seeded and chopped
1 cup red onion, finely chopped
1 cup cucumber, finely chopped
1/2 cup celery, finely chopped
1/2 cup green bell pepper, finely chopped (or yellow or orange)
1/2 cup red bell pepper, finely chopped
2 tablespoons black olives, finely chopped
3 tablespoons cider vinegar (or red wine vinegar)
1 bay leaf
2 tablespoons fresh parsley, minced (or 1 tsp. dried parsley)
1 tablespoon fresh thyme, minced (or 1/2 tsp. dried thyme leaves)
1 garlic clove, minced
3 -4 dashes hot pepper sauce
1/4 teaspoon ground black pepper
whole olive (to garnish)
sliced cucumber (to garnish)
dill sprigs (to garnish)

Steps:

  • Cook pasta according to package directions, omitting salt. Drain and rinse well under cold water until pasta is cool; drain well.
  • Combine pasta and remaining ingredients in a medium bowl. Cover and refrigerate 4 hours for flavors to blend. Remove bay leaf before serving. Garnish with whole olives, cucumber slices and dill sprigs, if desired. Can be served chilled or at room temperature.

Dulal Hossain
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This is a great recipe for a potluck or picnic. It's easy to make and everyone loves it.


Ridoy Khondukar
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This salad is a great make-ahead dish. I made it the night before and it was even better the next day.


Joanie Calcott
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I'm not a huge fan of macaroni salad, but this recipe is really good. The gazpacho dressing gives it a unique and flavorful twist.


nicola malcolm
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This salad is a great way to use up leftover vegetables. I always have extra tomatoes and cucumbers in the summer, and this is a great way to use them up.


Winnie Msipha
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I love the combination of the sweet tomatoes and the tangy dressing. This salad is sure to be a hit at your next party.


Priscila McConnell
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This is a great recipe for a hot summer day. It's so refreshing and light.


Patricia Boafo
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I made this salad for a party and it was a huge hit! Everyone raved about it.


Neo Posholi
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This recipe is a great way to get your kids to eat their vegetables. My kids love this salad!


Ajayi Oluwayemisi
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I've never had gazpacho macaroni salad before, but I'm definitely a fan now. It's so unique and flavorful.


G_BLAZE property
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This salad is so easy to make and it's always a crowd-pleaser. I highly recommend it!


Julianna Carl
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I found this recipe to be a bit too tangy for my taste. I think I would reduce the amount of vinegar next time.


Gondal Jutt
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This salad is a great make-ahead dish. I made it the night before and it was even better the next day.


Matt Story
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I wasn't sure about this recipe at first, but I'm so glad I tried it! It's now one of my favorite summer salads.


godwin emmanuel
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I love this salad! It's so refreshing and perfect for a summer lunch.


zoe zoe
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This recipe is a great way to use up leftover macaroni. I also added some chopped hard-boiled eggs and it was delicious.


Mabatho Nkosi
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I've been making this salad for years and it's always a favorite at potlucks. It's so easy to make and always disappears quickly.


Chibuike Akuma
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This salad was just okay. I found the dressing to be a bit bland and the vegetables were not very flavorful.


Akeitha Williama
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I made this recipe for a picnic and it was a huge hit! Everyone loved the unique flavor and the fact that it was so easy to make.


Salman Farce
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This gazpacho macaroni salad is a refreshing and delicious summer dish. I loved the combination of the sweet tomatoes, crunchy cucumbers, and creamy macaroni. The dressing is also very flavorful and tangy.


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