SAM'S MEDITERRANEAN ROTINI PASTA SALAD
One of our local supermarkets had an awesome deal on boxes of pasta and tri-colored rotini was included in their sale. I thought back to my "oh so very poor days" when we would cook a box of pasta, drown it in Italian dressing, and eat it as a meal. When I went looking for a decent Italian dressing to put on it for "old times...
Provided by Maureen Hudson
Categories Pasta Salads
Time 32m
Number Of Ingredients 10
Steps:
- 1. Prepare 1 12 ounce box of tri-color Rotini pasta per package directions or to desired firmness. I suggest cooking to al dente. Drain in colander, rinse with cold water and set aside.
- 2. Meanwhile, whisk together the mayonnaise, Mediterranean dressing (I use the Wish Bone brand), the optional sea salt (Feta cheese is salty enough for most people), and black pepper until smooth and creamy. If you can't find the Mediterranean dressing, use an oil based good quality bottled Greek dressing. I have made this using both types of bottled dressings and personally think the Mediterranean Italian gives it a better overall flavor.
- 3. Place 1/2 cup of Caesar croutons in a plastic storage bag and either "beat them up" or use a rolling pin to crush them. I've found it's not worth the effort of pulling out the food processor for this small task. Stir the crushed croutons into the creamy mixture.
- 4. Mix in the drained and cooled pasta, Kalamata olives, and crumbled Feta cheese ensuring that the pasta is well coated. If the mixture looks runny, don't fret; the pasta and crushed croutons will absorb the excess liquid. Adding an additional 1/4 cup of crushed croutons would help as well. I've added as much as 1 full cup and found that the next day leftovers were too dry with that amount added. Just keep in mind- the longer this pasta salad sits in the refrigerator while the flavors are mingling, more of the liquid will be absorbed.
- 5. Stir in the optional diced onion and red peppers. Add additional crumbled Feta cheese to the top for garnish if desired and refrigerate for 1-2 hours prior to serving. If the salad is "too runny", try adding an additional 1/4 to 1/2 cup of crushed croutons.
- 6. Eat and enjoy! I don't like peppers so I don't use them, but I do love the onions for their texture and taste.
GREEK ROTINI SALAD
Make and share this Greek Rotini Salad recipe from Food.com.
Provided by breezermom
Categories Lunch/Snacks
Time 35m
Yield 10 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 16
Steps:
- Cook the rotini according to the package directions; drain. Rinse with cold water; drain well.
- Combine the rotini and the next 9 ingredients (through parsley) in a large bowl; toss gently.
- Combine olive oil, garlic, lemon juice, salt, pepper, and oregano in a jar. Cover tightly and shake vigorously. Pour the dressing over the rotini mixture; toss gently to combine. Cover and chill thoroughly.
RAINBOW ROTINI SALAD
This is a standard for potlucks, and it makes a nice big salad that tastes great!
Provided by Sue H.
Categories Salad 100+ Pasta Salad Recipes Vegetarian Pasta Salad Recipes
Time 30m
Yield 8
Number Of Ingredients 9
Steps:
- Bring 4 quarts of water to a rapid boil (2 teaspoons of salt can be added, optional). Add rotini. Return water to rapid boil and cook uncovered, stirring frequently, for about 10 to 12 minutes. Drain. Rinse in cold water.
- Combine cooked pasta with tomatoes, green bell pepper, onion, cucumber, broccoli, mushrooms, olives and Italian salad dressing. Cover and chill. Toss salad before serving.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 326.5 calories, Carbohydrate 50.2 g, Fat 11.2 g, Fiber 3.9 g, Protein 9.1 g, SaturatedFat 1.8 g, Sodium 622.6 mg, Sugar 6.8 g
MEDITERRANEAN ROTINI SALAD
Make and share this Mediterranean Rotini Salad recipe from Food.com.
Provided by Banriona
Categories European
Time 30m
Yield 8 cups, 8 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 7
Steps:
- Toss all ingredients in a large bowl.
- Cover and refrigerate at least 1 hour to blend flavors.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 246.2, Fat 11.7, SaturatedFat 4, Cholesterol 16.7, Sodium 558.2, Carbohydrate 28.5, Fiber 1.6, Sugar 4.2, Protein 7.2
MEDITERRANEAN PASTA SALAD
Make marvelous Mediterranean Pasta Salad with rotini pasta and yummy veggies! Dress Mediterranean Pasta Salad with mayo and Parmesan for even more flavor.
Provided by My Food and Family
Categories Recipes
Time 1h20m
Yield 12 servings
Number Of Ingredients 7
Steps:
- Cook pasta as directed on package, omitting salt; drain.
- Mix tomatoes and mayo in large bowl. Add pasta; toss to coat. Reserve 1/4 cup cheese. Add remaining ingredients to pasta mixture; mix lightly.
- Refrigerate at least 1 hour before serving. Sprinkle with reserved cheese just before serving.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 310, Fat 20 g, SaturatedFat 5 g, TransFat 0 g, Cholesterol 20 mg, Sodium 560 mg, Carbohydrate 24 g, Fiber 2 g, Sugar 2 g, Protein 10 g
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