MOSTACCIOLI VEGETABLE SALAD

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I always seem to have an abundance of peppers and zucchini in my garden....and I'm a pasta lover. What better way to serve them together than a nice refreshing summer salad.

Provided by MsBindy

Categories     Peppers

Time 30m

Yield 10 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 16

3 cups uncooked mostaccioli pasta
1 medium cucumber, thinly sliced
1 small summer squash, sliced and quartered
1 small zucchini, halved and sliced
1/2 cup sweet red pepper, chopped
1/2 cup green pepper, chopped
1/2 cup ripe olives, sliced
3 -4 green onions, chopped
1/3 cup sugar
1/3 cup white wine vinegar
1/3 cup vegetable oil
1 1/2 teaspoons prepared mustard
3/4 teaspoon dried onion flakes
3/4 teaspoon garlic powder
3/4 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon ground black pepper

Steps:

  • Cook pasta according to package directions. Drain and rinse.
  • Place pasta plus all remaining salad ingredients in a large bowl.
  • Mix or shake all the vinaigrette ingredients together.
  • Pour dressing over salad mixture, tossing to coat.
  • Cover, and refrigerate 8 hours or overnight.
  • Toss gently before serving.

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