disappearing pasta salad

(1 RATING)
55 Pinches
Hollister, CA
Updated on Aug 31, 2012

Everyone I've ever served this to absolutely loves it. If you have any left over, the flavor gets better as it sits.

prep time 45 Min
cook time
method No-Cook or Other
yield 8-12 serving(s)

Ingredients

  • 1 package tri-color rotini or 1 lb. cooked cheese tortellini
  • 2 jars (small jar) artichoke hearts, drained and well chopped
  • 2 - 3 - carrots, grated
  • 2 - zucchini, grated
  • 1/4 cup grated parmigiana reggiano cheese
  • 1/4 cup grated pecorino romano cheese
  • 4-5 ounces crumbled feta cheese
  • 1 - cruet good seasons italian dressing (or your favorite bottled italian dressing)
  • 3/4 cup drained, sliced black olives (optional)

How To Make disappearing pasta salad

  • Step 1
    In a large glass bowl, grate carrots, zucchini and cheese. Drain and chop up artichoke hearts; place on top of cheese. If using olives, drain and pour on top of artichoke hearts.
  • Step 2
    Boil your pasta until desired doneness. Drain and rinse with cold water to cool pasta.
  • Step 3
    Put pasta in a large mixing bowl (either Pyrex or the big Tupperware bowl). Add carrots, zucchini, cheese, artichoke hearts and olives. Crumble Feta cheese over all ingredients. Pour Italian dressing over the top.
  • Step 4
    Mix well and cover. Let sit in refrigerator for at least 8 hours or overnight, mixing well 2 times to let flavors meld.

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Category: Pasta Sides
Ingredient: Pasta
Culture: American

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