Enchanting Springtime Pasta Toss
photo by Sharon123
- Ready In:
- 30mins
- Ingredients:
- 15
- Serves:
-
10
ingredients
- 1 (8 ounce) package multi-colored corkscrew macaroni
- 3 medium roma tomatoes, chopped
- 1 medium onion, chopped
- 2 (4 ounce) cans green chili peppers, chopped, undrained
- 2 (2 1/4 ounce) cans sliced ripe black olives, drained
- 1⁄4 cup chopped green bell pepper, seeded
- 1⁄4 cup chopped red bell pepper, seeded
- 1⁄4 cup light olive oil
- 2 -3 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
- 3 tablespoons white vinegar
- 2 tablespoons cilantro leaves, chopped
- 1 1⁄2 teaspoons chili powder (New Mexico style if possible)
- 3⁄4 teaspoon garlic salt
- fresh ground black pepper
- fresh cilantro (to garnish)
directions
- Cook the pasta according to package directions; drain well and rinse under cold water; allow to thoroughly drain.
- Combine the pasta, tomatoes, onion, chili peppers, olives and bell peppers in a large bowl.
- Toss to mix well.
- Combine the remaining ingredients in blender jar and blend lightly to thoroughly combine.
- Pour the dressing over the pasta mixture; tossing gently to coat.
- Cover and refrigerate overnight to allow flavors to blend.
- Serve garnished with additional cilantro.
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RECIPE SUBMITTED BY
PaulaG
Hixson, Tennessee
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