Marinated Macaroni Salad Recipes

MARINATED CHOPPED SALAD

Steps:

• Combine all dressing ingredients in small bowl or jar. Whisk (or shake) to combine.
• Chop all ingredients and place in a large bowl. Toss with dressing and refrigerate at least 2 hours before serving stirring occasionally.

MARINATED ITALIAN PASTA SALAD

Steps:

• Cook pasta according to package directions; drain pasta and rinse in cold water. , Place in a gallon-size resealable plastic bag; add the salami, pepperoni, cheese, vegetables and olives. Add the salad dressing, oregano and pepper; seal and turn to coat. Cover and refrigerate overnight. Transfer to a serving bowl.

MARINATED PASTA SALAD

Steps:

• 1. Prepare veggie pasta per package directions, drain and rinse with cold water. Set aside.
• 2. Saute mushrooms in olive oil until cooked through but not carmelized. When done, set aside to cool slightly.
• 3. In a large bowl, empty contents of marinated artichokes. If necessary, cut artichoke into bite-sized pieces.
• 4. Add to artichokes, broccoli, tomatoes, cooled mushrooms, drained black olives,parsley,oregano, garlic, and salt and pepper. Blend well.
• 5. Toss in cooled pasta and stir until blended. Cover and refrigerate for 1-2 hours or until ready to serve.
• 6. ***I've varied this by adding cubes of cheese, shredded carrots, finely diced green pepper,red and yellow pepper, pimentos, cauliflower, diced cucumbers. I even added quartered slices of pepperoni to throw the kids off the zucchini! ;P

MARINATED MACARONI SALAD

Steps:

• Whisk canola oil, sugar, ketchup, vinegar, salt, and black pepper together in a bowl. Set aside to let the flavors blend for 30 minutes.
• Bring a large pot of lightly salted water to a boil. Cook the rotini at a boil until tender yet firm to the bite, about 8 minutes; drain. Rinse with cold water to cool; drain.
• Combine cooled pasta, tomatoes, onion, green bell pepper, and cucumber in a bowl.
• Drizzle the dressing over the pasta mixture and toss to coat.
• Chill in refrigerator for 1 hour before serving.

MARINATED PASTA SALAD

Steps:

• Cook pasta according to package directions. Drain and rinse. Meanwhile, in a small bowl combine all dressing ingredients and chill. In a large bowl, combine all other ingredients. Pour dressing over the top and mix slightly, refrigerate at least one hour or overnight.
• If necessary, add another T of oil, few splashes of vinegar and a pinch of salt before serving.

MARINATED CHICKEN AND PASTA SALAD

Steps:

• In a large bowl, combine 3 tablespoons soy sauce, 2 tablespoons honey, 2 tablespoons tomato sauce, 2 tablespoons plum sauce, 1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce, sesame seeds, and basil. Add chicken, and turn to coat. Marinate in refrigerator for at least 1 hour.
• Bring a large pot of lightly salted water to a boil. Add pasta, and cook for 8 to 10 minutes or until al dente; drain and rinse.
• Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium heat. Cook chicken until no longer pink, and juices run clear. Drain on paper towels. Allow to cool, then cut into bite-size strips.
• In a large bowl, whisk together mayonnaise, sour cream, mustard, 1 tablespoon honey, 1 tablespoon tomato sauce, and 1 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce. Mix in cooked pasta, chicken, and Cheddar cheese. Gently stir in sliced avocado and cashews just before serving.

MARINATED MACARONI SALAD

Steps:

• Mix sugar, mustard, paprika, oil, lemon juice, and vinegar until blended.
• Pour mixture over cooked macaroni.
• Cover and place in fridge for at least 4 hours (can be chilled overnight).
• Before serving, add onion, celery, green pepper and pimento.
• Add chopped eggs and enough mayonnaise to suit your taste.

MARINATED CUCUMBER PASTA SALAD

Steps:

• Cook mostaccioli according to package directions; drain and rinse in cold water. In a large bowl, combine the mostaccioli, cucumber and onions., In a jar with a tight-fitting lid, combine the marinade ingredients; shake well. Pour over pasta mixture; toss to coat. Cover and refrigerate overnight, stirring occasionally. Serve with a slotted spoon.