CALIFORNIA PASTA SALAD
Inspired by the California Wine Tasting meetup I recently attended, I prepared an aesthetically pleasing pasta salad that was as delicious as it was beautiful. The cayenne delivers the zing, while it also marriages a bold burst of citrus infusions. Ultra healthy and light, it can be eaten warm or cold. Americans should take a hint from European and Asian cultures and start eating more savory breakfast meals, so surprise your honey with this the morning after, and you may return to the night before.
Provided by MelindaMartin
Categories < 60 Mins
Time 55m
Yield 12-14 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 16
Steps:
- Boil the pasta and drain. Toss with a teaspoons of oil and pinch of salt. - set aside.
- Chop carrots (I bought pre-julienned-cut).
- Dice tomato.
- Chop mushrooms.
- Dice onion.
- Chop bell pepper.
- Chop spinach.
- Peel and dice orange.
- Thinly slice one of the lemons-skin on.
- Juice other lemon.
- Slice "cheese" into thin long strips.
- In a large mixing bowl:.
- Add oil, lemon juice, vinegar, chopped fruit and veggies.
- Mix well - I use a large serving fork, so everything retains it's shape.
- In a sauce pan on stove:.
- Heat 1 tablespoons of oil.
- Add 2 bay leaves, and 1 cup of the chopped fresh ingredients from mixing bowl.
- Saute for 5 minutes.
- Add sauteed ingredients back to large mixing bowl. Remove bay leaves.
- Add pasta, "cheese" strips, salt, pepper and cayenne.
- Toss well.
- Optional:.
- Peas, tofu or beans can be added to this dish for extra protein and fiber.
- Pairings: A nice meritage wine, like Hart's Desire, or a Chardonnay.
- Like, I'm so sure. If you don't even know how to talk like a Californian wine connoisseur, you totally have to learn. Duh. If you need to try it on for size, pop in some chewing gum, bleach your hair, grab some wine and chill. I'm just, like, so there, you know.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 224, Fat 7.4, SaturatedFat 2.1, Cholesterol 6.2, Sodium 439.8, Carbohydrate 34.4, Fiber 4.8, Sugar 3.1, Protein 8.3
CALIFORNIA STYLE PASTA SALAD
GREAT ON A HOT SUMMER DAY WITH BBQ OR JUST A SIDE WITH ANY MEAL THROUGHOUT THE YEAR!
Provided by Tamara VASTINE
Categories Pasta Sides
Number Of Ingredients 16
Steps:
- 1. Cook pasta according to package directions; Drain and rinse in cold water. Transfer to a large bowl. Add the vegetables and olives.
- 2. In a large bowl, whisk the dressing ingredients. Drizzle over spaghetti mixture; toss to coat. Cover and refrigerate overnight. Serve with a slotted spoon.
CALIFORNIA PASTA SALAD
Make and share this California Pasta Salad recipe from Food.com.
Provided by stealmystapler
Categories Pork
Time 45m
Yield 6-8 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 11
Steps:
- Cook pasta according to package directions.
- Chop vegetables while pasta is cooking.
- Mix olive oil, red wine vinegar and lemon juice in a small bowl with a fork.
- In a large bowl, mix cooked pasta, chopped vegetables, dressing mixture, fines herbes, and salt.
- Sprinkle feta cheese on top of pasta and enjoy!
Nutrition Facts : Calories 402.2, Fat 25.1, SaturatedFat 7.6, Cholesterol 30.7, Sodium 386.6, Carbohydrate 34.2, Fiber 3.9, Sugar 2.7, Protein 10.9
CLASSIC MACARONI SALAD
This classic macaroni salad recipe is a refreshingly light take on an all-time favorite. It's perfect for a fast weeknight dinner or festive weekend barbecue. -Dorothy Bayes, Sardis, Ohio
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Lunch Side Dishes
Time 30m
Yield 8 servings.
Number Of Ingredients 12
Steps:
- Cook macaroni according to package directions; drain and rinse with cold water. Cool completely. , For dressing, in a small bowl, combine the mayonnaise, pickle relish, sugar substitute, mustard, salt and pepper. In a large bowl, combine the macaroni, celery, carrot and onion. Add dressing and toss gently to coat. , Refrigerate until serving. Garnish with egg and paprika.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 115 calories, Fat 2g fat (0 saturated fat), Cholesterol 27mg cholesterol, Sodium 362mg sodium, Carbohydrate 21g carbohydrate (6g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 4g protein. Diabetic Exchanges
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