Pasta Salad- from What's on Hand Recipe

Name: Pasta Salad- from What's on Hand
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 4 ounces dry pasta; 2 tablespoons olive oil; 2 tablespoons red wine vinegar; 1 tablespoon spinach dip mix, like Tastefully Simple's; 1 tablespoon garlic parmesan seasoning, like Garlic Gourmet's; 10 slices pepperoni, sliced into 1/16 inch ribbons; 1 ounce mozzarella cheese, diced in 1/4 inch cubes; 1 tablespoon capers, drained; ½ cup frozen peas; ½ cup frozen corn kernels; ½ teaspoon paprika; salt and pepper

Servings: persons

4 ounces dry pasta
2 tablespoons olive oil
2 tablespoons red wine vinegar
1 tablespoon spinach dip mix, like Tastefully Simple's
1 tablespoon garlic parmesan seasoning, like Garlic Gourmet's
10 slices pepperoni, sliced into 1/16 inch ribbons
1 ounce mozzarella cheese, diced in 1/4 inch cubes
1 tablespoon capers, drained
½ cup frozen peas
½ cup frozen corn kernels
½ teaspoon paprika
salt and pepper

1
Cook the pasta in salted boiling water until done, but not soggy.
2
While the pasta is cooking, whisk together the oil, vinegar, dip mix, and garlic seasoning in a bowl large enough to hold all of the salad ingedients.
3
When the pasta is done, drain well, and add to the dressing while still hot.
4
Stir well to coat the pasta with the dressing.
5
Add the pepperoni, cheese, capers, corn, and peas.
6
Stir to combine.
7
Chill for at least two hours to let the flavors combine.
8
When ready to serve, taste, and add salt or pepper as needed.
9
Sprinkle paprika over the salad, mix gently, and serve.
10
Other ideas to add: Leftover roast chicken or sliced ham instead of the pepperoni; cheddar or swiss cheese instead of the mozzerella; artichoke heart quarters, cooked white beans, broccoli florets (blanched and drained); frozen lima beans or green beans.
11
You can use bottled salad dressing instead of the oil, vinegar and seasonings, or use a seasoning mix your family likes mixed with the oil and vinegar.

285

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* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

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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: 4 ounces dry pasta, 2 tablespoons olive oil, 2 tablespoons red wine vinegar, 1 tablespoon spinach dip mix, like Tastefully Simple's, and more.

Yes, Pasta Salad- from What's on Hand 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.

Pasta Salad- from What's on Hand

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