Macaroni Salad with Basil Dressing

Submitted by ratherbeswimmin

"Needs to chill 2 hours before serving."

 

• Ready In: 25mins
• Ingredients: 10
• Serves: 10

ingredients

• 1 cup loosely packed fresh basil leaf
• 3 cloves garlic, minced
• 1 teaspoon pepper
• 1⁄2 teaspoon salt
• 2⁄3 cup olive oil
• 1 tablespoon red wine vinegar
• 3 medium tomatoes, seeded and diced
• 3 medium zucchini, 1/4 inch slices
• 8 ounces elbow macaroni, cooked and drained
• 2 cups shredded cheddar cheese

directions

1. Add basil, garlic, pepper and salt into the container of an electric blender.
2. Process until ingredients are finely chopped.
3. Add oil and vinegar; process until well blended; set aside.
4. In a large bowl, combine tomatoes, zucchini, macaroni, and cheese; toss gently.
5. Pour dressing over salad; toss to coat.
6. Cover and refrigerate at least 2 hours or overnight.

Reviews

[blessed1998]

Love this! I have made it several times now and we've eaten every last bite. I love a good healthy recipe, and I use the Barilla Plus pasta to keep this on the healthier side. I never knew uncooked zucchini tasted so good either (better for you, too)!

 

[beccalanders31]

Really loved this salad. Basil is one of my favorite herbs and the dressing was excellent. I seasoned the salad with salt and pepper before adding the dressing. Only change I made. Very good and something different to have when you are tired of eating the same old thing. Thanks.