Macaroni Salad With Summer Tomatoes Recipe

Name: Macaroni Salad With Summer Tomatoes
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 8 ounces uncooked medium elbow macaroni; 3 tablespoons white balsamic vinegar; 1 tablespoon minced fresh basil; ¾ teaspoon salt; ½ teaspoon sugar; ¼ teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes; 3 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil, divided; 2 teaspoons minced garlic, divided; 4 cups chopped seeded tomatoes (about 6 tomatoes); 1 slice white bread; ⅛ teaspoon salt; 2 tablespoons thinly sliced fresh basil

Servings: persons

8 ounces uncooked medium elbow macaroni
3 tablespoons white balsamic vinegar
1 tablespoon minced fresh basil
¾ teaspoon salt
½ teaspoon sugar
¼ teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes
3 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil, divided
2 teaspoons minced garlic, divided
4 cups chopped seeded tomatoes (about 6 tomatoes)
1 slice white bread
⅛ teaspoon salt
2 tablespoons thinly sliced fresh basil

1
Cook macaroni according to package directions, omitting salt and fat.
2
Drain and rinse with cold water; drain.
3
Cover and chill.
4
Combine vinegar, 1 T. basil, 3/4 teaspoons salt, sugar and red pepper in a large bowl.
5
Add 2T.
6
oil and 1-1/2 teaspoons garlic, stirring with a whisk.
7
Add cooked pasta and tomato; toss well to coat.
8
Place bread in a food processor; pulse 5 times or until coarse crumbs measure 1/2 cup.
9
Heat remaining 1 T. oil in a nonstick skillet over med-high heat.
10
Add bread crumbs and remaining 1/2 teaspoons garlic to pan saute 2 minutes or until browned and crisp, stirring frequently.
11
Remove from heat; stir in 1/8 teaspoons salt.
12
Cool.
13
Serve with pasta mixture and sliced basil.

153

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* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

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

Brown sugar instead of white sugar adds a deeper, more caramel-like flavor.

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 12 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 8 ounces uncooked medium elbow macaroni, 3 tablespoons white balsamic vinegar, 1 tablespoon minced fresh basil, ¾ teaspoon salt, and more.

Yes, Macaroni Salad With Summer Tomatoes 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.

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Macaroni Salad With Summer Tomatoes

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Variations & substitutions

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