Tennille's Italian Pasta Salad

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This recipe is a zesty pasta salad which can be altered by adding your favorite vegetables - a great recipe for any occasion!

Submitted by Tennille Nelson
Updated on July 14, 2022
Prep Time:
30 mins
Cook Time:
20 mins
Additional Time:
40 mins
Total Time:
1 hr 30 mins
Servings:
7
Yield:
7 servings
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Ingredients

Original recipe (1X) yields 7 servings

  • 1 cup fresh broccoli florets

  • 1 cup fresh cauliflower florets

  • 1 tablespoon butter

  • 1 teaspoon salt

  • 1 (32 ounce) package seashell pasta

  • 1 (16 ounce) bottle Italian-style salad dressing

  • 1 cup shredded carrots

  • 2 cucumbers, diced

  • 3 tomatoes, diced

  • 8 ounces shredded Cheddar cheese

Directions

  1. Steam broccoli and cauliflower florets until tender. Place broccoli and cauliflower in a large bowl, toss with butter and salt.

  2. Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Stir in the macaroni and return the water to a boil. Let cook until the noodles are al dente, drain well.

  3. In a large mixing bowl, mix the Italian dressing with the hot macaroni. Next, mix in the carrots, cucumbers, tomatoes, broccoli, and cauliflower. Cover the bowl and refrigerate for 30 minutes.

  4. After the pasta and vegetables have been chilling for 30 minutes, stir in the cheese. Return the bowl to the refrigerator for another 30 to 45 minutes before serving.

Nutrition Facts (per serving)

865 Calories
34g Fat
112g Carbs
29g Protein
Nutrition Facts
Servings Per Recipe 7
Calories 865
% Daily Value *
Total Fat 34g 43%
Saturated Fat 11g 57%
Cholesterol 38mg 13%
Sodium 1617mg 70%
Total Carbohydrate 112g 41%
Dietary Fiber 8g 28%
Total Sugars 10g
Protein 29g 57%
Vitamin C 27mg 30%
Calcium 289mg 22%
Iron 5mg 29%
Potassium 547mg 12%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.

** Nutrient information is not available for all ingredients. Amount is based on available nutrient data.

(-) Information is not currently available for this nutrient. If you are following a medically restrictive diet, please consult your doctor or registered dietitian before preparing this recipe for personal consumption.