Best Sandys Pasta Salad Recipes

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SANDY'S CUCUMBER & TOMATO PASTA SALAD



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My mother is a wonderful cook. She makes this pasta salad that I LOVE! It is simple and easy to make. It is not one of those nasty pasta salads that you think of getting at a family reunion.

Provided by Jenn Da Bean

Categories     Pasta Shells

Time 1h5m

Yield 15-20 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 7

1 ripe tomatoes, chopped
1 large cucumber, chopped
4 green onions, chopped
1 (16 ounce) box small shell pasta
1 cup mayonnaise (Miracle Whip makes it too sweet)
salt
pepper

Steps:

  • Cook pasta according to package directions.
  • Rinse pasta under cold water till cool, Drain WELL!
  • Add chopped tomato, cucumber, and green onions.
  • Mix in mayo, salt, and pepper.
  • Chill for 30 minutes.
  • Serve cold.
  • My mother mentioned that sometimes she adds 2 tablespoons of flat leaf parsley, 1 teaspoon of lemon juice, and that she doesn't add the pepper till she is ready to eat it. I don't do any of that.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 179.7, Fat 5.7, SaturatedFat 0.9, Cholesterol 4.1, Sodium 114.4, Carbohydrate 27.8, Fiber 1.3, Sugar 2.2, Protein 4.4

SANDY'S PASTA SALAD



Sandy's Pasta Salad image

A summer favorite that's easy to make. Also good for a covered dish gathering.

Provided by Sandy Fowler @Sandylovessweets

Categories     Pasta Salads

Number Of Ingredients 16

1 box(es) radiatore pasta or corkscrew pasta
1 cup(s) chopped celery
1 cup(s) chopped sweet peppers
1 cup(s) chopped carrots
1/2 cup(s) chopped onions
1 cup(s) broccoli florets
1 cup(s) cauliflower, small florets
1/4 cup(s) radishes, sliced
1/4 cup(s) black olives sliced
1/4 cup(s) green olives sliced
1 cup(s) tomatoes, chopped
1 cup(s) cheddar cheese, shredded
1 cup(s) pepperoni sliced
1 bottle(s) zesty italian dressing
1 bottle(s) catalina dressing
2 tablespoon(s) italian seasoning

Steps:

  • Put salted water in large pot till boils, add pasta and cook till tender, remove and drain, run cold water over pasta and put in large bowl. Add all chopped and sliced ingredients
  • Mix Italian and catalina dressing together, add Italian seasoning. Pour over pasta and veggies and toss, top with shredded cheese. Put in refrigerator to chill, or even better chill overnight

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