Mediterranean Pantry Pasta Salad Recipe

Name: Mediterranean Pantry Pasta Salad
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: ½ cup garlic and herb marinade (Diana Marinade, Garlic and Herb Flavour); 3 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil; ½ teaspoon cracked black pepper; ½ teaspoon lemon zest; ¼ teaspoon hot pepper flakes; 8 cups cooked penne; 1 cup red onion, sliced; 1 cup roasted red pepper, sliced; 1 cup marinated artichoke hearts, chopped (optional); ¼ cup sun-dried tomato, chopped; ¼ cup black olives, chopped; ¼ cup pine nuts, toasted; 1 cup asiago cheese, shredded

Servings: persons

½ cup garlic and herb marinade (Diana Marinade, Garlic and Herb Flavour)
3 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
½ teaspoon cracked black pepper
½ teaspoon lemon zest
¼ teaspoon hot pepper flakes
8 cups cooked penne
1 cup red onion, sliced
1 cup roasted red pepper, sliced
1 cup marinated artichoke hearts, chopped (optional)
¼ cup sun-dried tomato, chopped
¼ cup black olives, chopped
¼ cup pine nuts, toasted
1 cup asiago cheese, shredded

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Whisk Diana Marinade with oil, black pepper, lemon zest and hot pepper flakes.
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Toss pasta with red onion, red pepper, artichoke hearts,(if using) sun-dried tomatoes, black olives, pine nuts, Asiago cheese and dressing mixture until combined.
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Serve warm or cold.
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TIP:.
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Pasta salad can be made ahead and held in the refrigerator for up to 24 hours.
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SUBSTITUTIONS:.
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Use whole grain or whole wheat pasta for added fibre.
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Or, stir in drained, canned tuna for protein and Omega 3 while making this dish a substantial meal option.

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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

Leave out the nuts to make it nut-free, or swap in seeds for a similar crunch.

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 13 ingredients. The key ingredients include: ½ cup garlic and herb marinade (Diana Marinade, Garlic and Herb Flavour), 3 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil, ½ teaspoon cracked black pepper, ½ teaspoon lemon zest, and more.

Yes, Mediterranean Pantry Pasta Salad 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!

Mediterranean Pantry Pasta Salad

Tips for the best results

Variations & substitutions

My Personal Notes

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