Enchantress' Spring and Summer Pasta Salad

"This is a favorite of my household. I "break it out" once the crock-pot is stored away and the sun emerges. It's a lovely accent to the lighter meals of spring and summer."
 
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photo by Ebony Enchantress
photo by Ebony Enchantress photo by Ebony Enchantress
Ready In:
15mins
Ingredients:
5
Serves:
6-8
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ingredients

  • 1 (3/4 ounce) garlic & herb salad dressing mix (prepared, use 1/4 cup of oil for less fat)
  • 12 ounces rotini pasta (Tri-color, prepared)
  • 8 12 ounces artichoke hearts (drained)
  • 8 12 ounces sun-dried tomatoes (drained)
  • 8 12 ounces olives (are tasty, but optional)
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directions

  • Prepare the dressing and pasta ahead. You may opt to prepare the dressing as instructed, but this will boost the fat content. Toss the remaining ingredients in with the pasta and dressing. Chill for a minimum of fifteen minutes before serving.

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Reviews

  1. I took this pasta salad to a barbeque and it was a big hit. It is very easy to make and goes together quickly. I couldn't find the garlic & herb dressing mix so I used "Good Seasons" Zesty Italian instead. Also, I used artichoke bottoms instead of hearts because we prefer them. I coarsely chopped the artichokes and sun-dried tomatoes, and I sliced the olives. I added about 1/2 cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese, as well as some salt and fresh ground pepper. I chilled it for about 6 hours before serving. Thank you for sharing this quick and easy salad.<br/>**Made for PAC Fall 2012**
     
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I'm originally from the the west coast and the south, so you'll see a hodge podge of recipes from both areas. Currently, my favorite types of food are Mexican, Chinese and Soul. Talk about eclectic tastes! I'm a health conscious mom and wife to a bodybuilder (but we still love our splurge moments). <img src="http://i250.photobucket.com/albums/gg271/MrsTeny/Permanent%20Collection/PACSpring09Iwasadopted.jpg">
 
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