TUSCAN PASTA SALAD

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A flavorful diversion from the run-of-the-mill Italian pasta salad. I like to serve this with grilled, fried, or barbecued chicken, and a crusty artisan bread. I would double the portions if you want to have leftovers when serving 4 or more; this goes fast in my home! Enjoy!

Provided by A. Piatt

Categories     Salad     100+ Pasta Salad Recipes     Tomato Pasta Salad Recipes

Time 45m

Yield 8

Number Of Ingredients 13

1 cup bow-tie pasta
1 ½ cups grape tomatoes, sliced
1 cup Italian dressing (such as Kraft® Tuscan House Italian)
1 cup vegan mayonnaise (such as Vegenaise®)
3 stalks celery, chopped
1 cucumber, peeled and chopped
½ cup pepperoncini peppers, minced
½ cup red onion, diced
½ cup sweet banana peppers, diced
½ cup Kalamata olives, pitted and chopped
½ cup shredded mozzarella cheese
½ cup shredded Parmesan cheese
salt and ground black pepper to taste

Steps:

  • Bring a large pot of lightly salted water to a boil. Cook bow-tie pasta at a boil, stirring occasionally, until tender yet firm to the bite, about 12 minutes. Drain.
  • Combine pasta, tomatoes, Italian dressing, vegan mayonnaise, celery, cucumber, pepperoncini peppers, red onion, banana peppers, olives, mozzarella cheese, and Parmesan cheese in a large mixing bowl. Mix until the dressing takes on a creamy consistency and all ingredients are thoroughly coated.
  • Season salad with salt and pepper. Serve immediately or refrigerate, mixing again just before serving.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 318.4 calories, Carbohydrate 15.7 g, Cholesterol 8.9 mg, Fat 26.9 g, Fiber 1.3 g, Protein 5.2 g, SaturatedFat 5.3 g, Sodium 1173.8 mg, Sugar 5.2 g

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


Brenda Paradza
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This is a great recipe for a light and easy summer meal.


Godsway Aniklo
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I love that this salad is so versatile. You can add or remove ingredients to suit your own taste.


Adan Abdallah
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This is a great recipe for a healthy and delicious meal. It's easy to make and it's always a hit.


Corey whyte
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This salad is perfect for a picnic or potluck.


RAHUL ISLAN
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I love the combination of flavors in this salad. It's so refreshing and delicious.


John-Arthur Jones
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This pasta salad is a great way to get your kids to eat their vegetables.


Sindhu Sodho
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I've been making this salad for years and it's always a favorite. It's so easy to make and it's always delicious.


Gleemcomscollection
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This salad is perfect for a light and easy summer meal.


xd_corgi
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I made this salad for a party and everyone loved it! It was so refreshing and flavorful.


julia ulloa
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This is a great recipe for a healthy and delicious lunch or dinner.


Zach Hatake Haruno
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I love that this salad is so versatile. You can add or remove ingredients to suit your own taste.


Death Chant
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This pasta salad is a great way to use up leftover pasta.


Akemy Gracia
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I've made this salad several times now and it's always a hit. It's so easy to make and it's always delicious.


Bagalana Philip
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This salad is perfect for a summer picnic or barbecue.


rosh Mosh
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I love the addition of sun-dried tomatoes and artichoke hearts to this salad. They give it a really unique and delicious flavor.


Leo Gamers لیۆ گەیمەر
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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.


Sandie Mweba
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I made this pasta salad for a potluck and it was a huge hit! Everyone loved it.


Ian Allen
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This Tuscan pasta salad is an absolute delight! The combination of flavors is perfect, and the salad is so refreshing and light.