Southwestern Pasta Salad Recipe

Name: Southwestern Pasta Salad
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 lb corkscrew macaroni; 12-⅔ cup olive oil; 2 teaspoons dried oregano; 2 teaspoons dried parsley; 1 ½ teaspoons dried basil; 1 12-2 tablespoons chili powder; 2 -2 ½ tablespoons garlic powder; 1 ½ teaspoons salt and pepper; 1 large tomatoes, seeded and chopped; 12 large red onion, chopped; 1 cup quartered pepperoni slice; 6 ounces monterey jack cheese, cubed; ¾ cup finely grated parmesan cheese

Servings: persons

1 lb corkscrew macaroni
12-⅔ cup olive oil
2 teaspoons dried oregano
2 teaspoons dried parsley
1 ½ teaspoons dried basil
1 12-2 tablespoons chili powder
2 -2 ½ tablespoons garlic powder
1 ½ teaspoons salt and pepper
1 large tomatoes, seeded and chopped
12 large red onion, chopped
1 cup quartered pepperoni slice
6 ounces monterey jack cheese, cubed
¾ cup finely grated parmesan cheese

1
Make the pasta according to directions on the back of the box or bag.
2
Drain and rinse under cold water until the pasta is cold itself.
3
In a large pasta bowl, combined all the ingredients except the pasta and toss until mixed.
4
Add the pasta and toss until mixed.
5
Cover and refrigerant over night or at least 6 hours before serving.
6
(Chef's Note: Feel free to add or take away the amount of spices, vegetables, or cheese in this dish to suit your own taste; that's what pasta salad is all about!)
7
ENJOY.

3130

kcal

Calories

320

Fat

Carbs

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

No additional tips available.

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: 1 lb corkscrew macaroni, 12-⅔ cup olive oil, 2 teaspoons dried oregano, 2 teaspoons dried parsley, and more.

Yes, Southwestern 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.

Southwestern Pasta Salad

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