Cannellini and Macaroni Salad with Grilled Tomatoes

Name: Cannellini and Macaroni Salad with Grilled Tomatoes, Basil, and Olives
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 1/2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil; 1 pound plum tomatoes, halved lengthwise; 1 1/2 cups small elbow macaroni (about 6 ounces); 3 tablespoons red wine vinegar; 6 tablespoons chopped fresh basil; 1 garlic clove, minced; 1 15-ounce can cannellini (white kidney beans), rinsed, drained; 1/2 cup chopped red onion; 1/4 cup chopped pitted kalamata olives or other brine-cured olives; 1/3 cup chopped fresh Italian parsley

Servings: persons

1
Prepare barbecue (medium-high heat).
2
Drizzle 1/2 tablespoon oil over cut side of tomatoes; sprinkle with salt and pepper.
3
Grill tomatoes, cut side up, until skin begins to char, about 2 minutes; turn over and grill, cut side down, just until heated through, about 1 minute.
4
Cool.
5
Cut tomatoes into 1-inch pieces.
6
Cook macaroni in large saucepan of boiling salted water until tender but still firm to bite, stirring occasionally.
7
Drain well.
8
Transfer macaroni to large bowl; cool.
9
Mix in grilled tomatoes and any accumulated juices, 2 tablespoons vinegar, basil, and garlic.
10
Season with salt and pepper.
11
Transfer salad to large platter.
12
Mix beans, onion, olives, parsley, remaining 1 tablespoon oil, and 1 tablespoon vinegar in medium bowl.
13
Season with salt and pepper.
14
Spoon bean salad over center of macaroni salad and serve.

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Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Feel free to swap in similar ingredients you already have on hand and adjust seasoning to taste.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 10 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1 1/2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil, 1 pound plum tomatoes, halved lengthwise, 1 1/2 cups small elbow macaroni (about 6 ounces), 3 tablespoons red wine vinegar, and more.

Yes, Cannellini and Macaroni Salad with Grilled Tomatoes, Basil, and Olives falls under the Pasta & Noodles category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Keep refrigerated in an airtight container and enjoy within 1–2 days for the best freshness. Best served cold — no reheating needed.

That's it — enjoy your meal!

Cannellini and Macaroni Salad with Grilled Tomatoes, Basil, and Olives

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Variations & substitutions

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