PASTA SALAD PLUS

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"When it comes to pleasing a crowd at a picnic or other summer gathering, this colorful pasta and veggie salad does the trick," say Taunja Roberts of Amity, Oregon. "My good fried Melody created this terrific recipe and shared it with me.

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Lunch

Time 25m

Yield 15 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 18

12 ounces uncooked spiral pasta
4 medium carrots, sliced
3 celery ribs, sliced
1 can (16 ounces) kidney beans, rinsed and drained
1 can (15 ounces) garbanzo beans or chickpeas, rinsed and drained
1 large onion, halved and thinly sliced
1 cup sliced fresh mushrooms
1 medium green pepper, julienned
1 can (6 ounces) pitted ripe olives, drained and sliced
1 jar (7-1/2 ounces) marinated artichoke hearts, drained and coarsely chopped
DRESSING:
1/2 cup white wine vinegar
1/2 cup canola oil
1/3 cup sugar
2 tablespoons grated Parmesan cheese
3/4 to 1 teaspoon garlic powder
3/4 teaspoon salt
1/8 teaspoon pepper

Steps:

  • Cook pasta according to package directions; drain and rinse in cold water. Place in a large bowl; add the next nine ingredients. In a jar with a tight-fitting lid, combine the dressing ingredients; shake well. Pour over salad and toss to coat.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 267 calories, Fat 10g fat (1g saturated fat), Cholesterol 1mg cholesterol, Sodium 474mg sodium, Carbohydrate 38g carbohydrate (0 sugars, Fiber 5g fiber), Protein 7g protein. Diabetic Exchanges

Omo evbota
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I highly recommend this pasta salad recipe. It's a delicious and easy-to-make dish that's perfect for any occasion.


Kamran ullah Shaheen
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This salad is so easy to make. It's perfect for a quick and easy lunch or dinner.


Dilan Lathigra
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I love the tangy dressing in this salad. It's the perfect complement to the sweet vegetables.


MD Foisal
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This is my favorite pasta salad recipe. It's always a crowd-pleaser.


Benjamin Okoroafor
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I made this salad for a party and it was a huge hit! Everyone loved it.


Eric Rosales
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This salad is a great way to sneak some vegetables into your kids' diet.


Gorno Giovanni
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I love that this salad is so versatile. I can add or remove ingredients to suit my taste.


Mojahidul Islam Rifat
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This is the perfect summer salad. It's light, refreshing, and packed with flavor.


Elizabeth Waweru
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I'm not usually a fan of pasta salad, but this one changed my mind. It's so light and refreshing.


JAVED N
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This salad is a great way to use up leftover pasta. It's also a great dish to make ahead of time.


Muditha Kelum
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I love the combination of flavors in this salad. The dressing is tangy and sweet, and the vegetables add a nice crunch.


dyslexic teddybear
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This is my new go-to pasta salad recipe. It's so easy to make and always a crowd-pleaser.


Century Hitters
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I made this for a picnic and it was perfect! It was easy to transport and held up well in the heat.


GoddessNik
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This pasta salad was a hit at my last potluck! The flavors were fresh and vibrant, and the dressing was light and flavorful.