MEDITERRANEAN PASTA SALAD

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A zesty mayonnaise dressing is a deliciously different twist in this chilled salad. You can substitute fresh peas for the frozen ones if desired.

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories Lunch

Time 30m

Yield 10 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 13

Ingredients

2 cups uncooked medium pasta shells
1 jar (6-1/2 ounces) marinated artichoke hearts, drained
1 cup frozen peas, thawed
1 medium red onion, chopped
1 medium sweet red pepper, chopped
1 small zucchini, chopped
1 can (4-1/4 ounces) chopped ripe olives, drained
1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
1/2 cup mayonnaise
1/2 cup creamy Italian salad dressing
1 teaspoon minced fresh parsley
1/2 teaspoon dill weed
1/2 teaspoon pepper

Steps:

Cook pasta according to package directions; drain and rinse in cold water. In a large bowl, combine the pasta, artichokes, peas, onion, red pepper, zucchini and olives. , In a small bowl, combine the Parmesan cheese, mayonnaise, salad dressing, parsley, dill and pepper. Pour over pasta mixture and toss to coat. Cover and refrigerate until serving.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 279 calories, Fat 19g fat (3g saturated fat), Cholesterol 7mg cholesterol, Sodium 372mg sodium, Carbohydrate 23g carbohydrate (4g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 6g protein.