MACARONI SALAD WITH BASIL DRESSING

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Make and share this Macaroni Salad with Basil Dressing recipe from Food.com.

Provided by ratherbeswimmin

Categories     Vegetable

Time 25m

Yield 10 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 10

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

Steps:

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

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