Best Wagon Wheel Vegetable Salad Recipes

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WAGON WHEEL PASTA SALAD



Wagon Wheel Pasta Salad image

This salad is simple and makes an adorable and tasty addition to any lunch box.

Provided by Food Network Kitchen

Categories     side-dish

Time 20m

Yield 4 servings (6 cups)

Number Of Ingredients 12

6 ounces wagon wheel pasta
1 heaping cup very small broccoli florets
1/2 cup corn kernels, fresh or frozen
1 small garlic clove, minced
1 tablespoon red wine vinegar
3 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
1/2 teaspoon kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper
2 ounces reduced-fat cheddar cheese, shredded
2 ounces thick-sliced ham, cut into small cubes
1 scant cup cherry tomatoes, halved
1 tablespoon chopped parsley (optional)
2 scallions, sliced (optional)

Steps:

  • Bring a medium pot of water to a boil. Add the pasta and cook according to package directions. About 30 seconds before the pasta is done, add the broccoli florets and corn kernels. Cook for 30 seconds and then drain into a colander. Run cold water over the pasta to stop the cooking. Keep the pasta draining in the colander while you make the dressing.
  • Whisk together the garlic, red wine vinegar, olive oil, 1/2 teaspoon salt, and a few grinds of black pepper.
  • Add the well-drained pasta, broccoli, and corn to the bowl, along with the ham, cheese, tomatoes, parsley and scallions, if using. Toss together. Refrigerate in an airtight container for up to 5 days.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 330 calorie, Fat 15 grams, SaturatedFat 3.5 grams, Cholesterol 15 milligrams, Sodium 490 milligrams, Carbohydrate 39 grams, Fiber 3 grams, Protein 13 grams

WAGON WHEEL PASTA SALAD



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Summertime gatherings aren't complete without a refreshing pasta salad. This tasty version features a mayonnaise and picante dressing. It may become one of your favorite side dishes for tacos, too! -Kathryn Donahey, Oil City, Pennsylvania

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Lunch

Time 20m

Yield 16 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 11

3 cups uncooked wagon wheel pasta or elbow macaroni
1 can (16 ounces) kidney beans, rinsed and drained
1 cup cubed cheddar cheese
1 cup halved cherry tomatoes
1 small green pepper, julienned
1 small sweet red pepper, julienned
1/2 cup thinly sliced green onions
1 cup mayonnaise
1/2 cup picante sauce
1 teaspoon salt
1 teaspoon ground cumin

Steps:

  • Cook pasta according to package directions; drain and rinse in cold water. In a large bowl, combine the pasta, beans, cheese, tomatoes, peppers and onions., In a small bowl, combine the mayonnaise, picante sauce, salt and cumin; pour over salad and toss to coat. Cover and refrigerate for 2 hours before serving.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 207 calories, Fat 13g fat (3g saturated fat), Cholesterol 9mg cholesterol, Sodium 374mg sodium, Carbohydrate 17g carbohydrate (2g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 6g protein.

EASY PASTA SALAD



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Italian flavors come together in this veggie-laden pasta dish.

Provided by Betty Crocker Kitchens

Categories     Side Dish

Time 2h25m

Yield 12

Number Of Ingredients 10

1 package (16 ounces) wagon wheel pasta or rotini pasta
1 can (8 ounces) tomato sauce
1 cup reduced-fat Italian dressing
1 tablespoon chopped fresh basil leaves or 1 teaspoon dried basil leaves
1 tablespoon fresh dried oregano leaves or 1 teaspoon dried oregano leaves
1 cup sliced fresh mushrooms
5 roma (plum) tomatoes, coarsely chopped (1 1/2 cups)
1 large peeled or unpeeled cucumber, coarsely chopped (1 1/2 cups)
1 medium red onion, chopped (1/2 cup)
1 can (2 1/4 ounces) sliced ripe olives, drained

Steps:

  • Cook and drain pasta as directed on package. Rinse with cold water; drain.
  • Mix tomato sauce, dressing, basil and oregano in large bowl. Add remaining ingredients; toss.
  • Cover and refrigerate about 2 hours or until chilled but no longer than 48 hours.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 190, Carbohydrate 35 g, Cholesterol 0 mg, Fiber 3 g, Protein 6 g, SaturatedFat 0 g, ServingSize 1 Serving, Sodium 300 mg

WAGON WHEELS WITH SUN-DRIED TOMATO SAUCE



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Provided by Marian Burros

Categories     easy, pastas, main course

Time 40m

Yield 2 servings

Number Of Ingredients 10

8 ounces whole onion or 7 ounces chopped (ready-cut) onion
1 teaspoon olive oil
1 large clove garlic
2 cups very hot tap water
1 cup sun-dried tomato halves (not marinated)
8 ounces wagon wheel pasta
1 tablespoon chopped parsley
1 tablespoon fresh oregano
2 teaspoons lemon juice
4 tablespoons Parmigiano Reggiano

Steps:

  • Bring water to boil in covered pot for pasta.
  • Chop whole onion and saute in hot oil in nonstick skillet until onion is soft. Meanwhile, with food processor on, drop garlic through feed tube and mince.
  • Combine 1/2 cup of the tap water, as hot as possible, with sun-dried tomatoes, and add to food processor. Process to puree tomatoes. Add remaining 1 1/2 cups of water, and continue to process to combine. Add tomato mixture to skillet and bring to boil. Reduce heat, and continue to simmer to thicken slightly.
  • Cook wagon wheels according to package directions.
  • Chop parsley and oregano, and add to sauce with lemon juice. Simmer over low heat.
  • Grate cheese. When pasta is ready, drain and serve with tomato sauce, sprinkled with cheese.

Nutrition Facts : @context http, Calories 624, UnsaturatedFat 5 grams, Carbohydrate 102 grams, Fat 12 grams, Fiber 8 grams, Protein 27 grams, SaturatedFat 5 grams, Sodium 417 milligrams, Sugar 10 grams

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