Mediterranean Pasta Salad |
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Prep Time: 25 Minutes Cook Time: 0 Minutes |
Ready In: 25 Minutes Servings: 16 |
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This recipe is perfect for a crowd....it has all but the kitchen sink in it!!! Ingredients:
1/2 lb penne pasta |
2 tablespoons olive oil |
1 small red pepper, julienne strips |
3 ounces pepperoni, cut into julienne strips |
1 -2 tomato, chopped |
1 cup zucchini, coarsely grated |
3/4 lb provolone cheese (cubed, grated or chopped, or white cheddar cheese) |
14 ounces artichoke hearts, drained and chopped |
1/2 cup kalamata olive, pitted |
1/2 cup red onion, chopped |
1/2 cup parsley, chopped |
4 -6 tablespoons olive oil |
2 tablespoons balsamic vinegar |
1 large garlic, minced |
2 teaspoons dried basil |
1/2 teaspoon salt |
1/4 teaspoon dried oregano |
black pepper, to taste |
Directions:
1. In a large pot, cook noodles. Rinse under cold water and drain well.
2. Combine pepper, pepperoni, tomato, zucchini, cheese, artichoke hearts, parsley, olives and onion; toss lightly to mix.
3. Vinaigrette: In a food processor, combine all the ingredients, adding peper to taste; mix tohroughly. Pour over salad and toss.
4. Chill for at least 3 hours. Taste and adjust seasoning, if necessary by adding a little more olive oil and baslamic vinegar.
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