Best Monicas Penne Pasta Salad Recipes

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PENNE PASTA SALAD



Penne Pasta Salad image

I came up with this recipe one day while experimenting in my kitchen. This salad makes a great side dish with just about any kind of meat.

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Lunch     Side Dishes

Time 20m

Yield 8 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 10

1 package (16 ounces) penne pasta
1 cup quartered cherry tomatoes
1/2 cup chopped green pepper
1/4 cup chopped green onions
1 can (2-1/4 ounces) sliced ripe olives, drained
1 bottle (8 ounces) Italian salad dressing
1/2 teaspoon coarsely ground pepper
1/4 teaspoon dill weed
1/4 teaspoon garlic salt
1/4 teaspoon lemon-pepper seasoning

Steps:

  • Cook pasta according to package directions; drain and rinse in cold water. Meanwhile, combine tomatoes, green pepper, onions and olives. Stir in pasta. Combine remaining ingredients; pour over salad and toss to coat. Cover; refrigerate at least 2 hours before serving.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 320 calories, Fat 12g fat (2g saturated fat), Cholesterol 0 cholesterol, Sodium 608mg sodium, Carbohydrate 45g carbohydrate (4g sugars, Fiber 3g fiber), Protein 8g protein.

PENNE PASTA SALAD



Penne Pasta Salad image

A colorful pasta salad with bell peppers and a touch of dill.

Provided by Deanna

Categories     Salad     100+ Pasta Salad Recipes

Time 1h

Yield 12

Number Of Ingredients 8

16 ounces penne pasta
1 cup creamy salad dressing, e.g. Miracle Whip ™
½ cup Dijon-style prepared mustard
1 ½ cups grated Parmesan cheese
1 tablespoon dried dill weed
1 red onion, julienned
1 yellow bell pepper, thinly sliced
1 orange bell pepper, julienned

Steps:

  • In a large pot of salted boiling water, cook pasta until al dente, rinse under cold water and drain.
  • In a large bowl, mix together the salad dressing, mustard, cheese and dill.
  • Add pasta, red onion and bell peppers. Toss well; season with salt and pepper. Chill before serving.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 269.3 calories, Carbohydrate 35 g, Cholesterol 17.7 mg, Fat 9.8 g, Fiber 1.7 g, Protein 10.2 g, SaturatedFat 3 g, Sodium 611.1 mg, Sugar 5 g

MONICA'S PENNE PASTA SALAD



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I created this pasta salad while I was a student at Penn State University. Inexpensive, healthy, delicious and is just as tasty as a leftover. You may add sliced chicken or turkey breast for a one dish meal!!

Provided by Monica in PA

Categories     One Dish Meal

Time 25m

Yield 8-10 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 11

1 package whole wheat penne
1 red pepper, diced
1 yellow pepper, diced
1 green pepper, diced
1 red onion, diced
6 -8 roma tomatoes, diced
1 cup extra virgin olive oil
salt and black pepper
1/2 cup locatelli romano cheese or 1/2 cup parmesan cheese
1/3 cup balsamic vinegar (less or more depending or your taste)
2 cups cooked sliced chicken or 2 cups turkey breast (optional)

Steps:

  • Boil pasta and cook till al dente.
  • Drain and toss with a small amount of olive oil.
  • Let cool slightly.
  • Add vegetables, oil, vinegar, and toss with cooked pasta.
  • Add romano cheese.
  • salt/pepper to taste.
  • Add cooked chicken/turkey breast (optional).
  • Refridgerate for at least 15-30 minutes.
  • You may need to add more oil or vinegar depending on how moist you desire the salad to be.
  • You may also replace the balsamic vinegar with any vinegar you prefer.

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