Mediterranean Pineapple Pasta Salad Recipes

MEDITERRANEAN PASTA SALAD

Steps:

• Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil.
• Whisk the olive oil, vinegar, shallot, 1/2 teaspoon salt and a few grinds of pepper together in a large bowl.
• Add the pasta to the boiling water and cook according to the package directions. Drain and rinse under cold water to cool. Add to the mixing bowl with the dressing.
• Add the peppers, chickpeas, cucumber, feta, parsley and tomatoes to the bowl and toss to combine. Season with salt and pepper. The pasta salad is best if served right away.

MEDITERRANEAN PASTA SALAD

Steps:

• Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Add the pasta and cook until al dente; drain, then rinse with cold water to cool.
• Meanwhile, make the vinaigrette: Whisk the vinegar, mustard, 1 teaspoon salt, and pepper to taste in a small bowl. Gradually whisk in enough of the oil to make a smooth dressing; season with salt and pepper.
• Combine the sun-dried tomatoes, basil, onion, pepperoncini, olives and oregano in a bowl. Add the cooked pasta, 1/2 teaspoon salt and 1 teaspoon pepper. Add the vinaigrette and both cheeses and toss. Chill until ready to serve.

MEDITERRANEAN PINEAPPLE PASTA SALAD

Steps:

• In large bowl, combine pineapple, tortellini, sausage, bell pepper and parsley.
• Combine remaining ingredients for salad dressing.
• Add dressing to salad; toss until mixed.

AVOCADO PINEAPPLE SALAD

Steps:

• Combine the cucumbers, onion, serrano pepper, lime juice, and salt in a large bowl. Add the pineapple and avocado. Gently toss to combine.

PINEAPPLE PASTA SALAD

Steps:

• Cook pasta according to package directions; drain and rinse with cold water.
• Drain pineapple chunks reserving 3 tbsp of juice.
• Combine pasta and cauliflower in a large bowl and pour dressing over and mix till well coated.
• (dressing instructions to follow) Refrigerate overnight.
• Add the broccoli, bell pepper, pineapple chunks and onions mixing well.
• Refrigerate till serving time.
• Dressing: Combine vegetable oil, reserved pineapple juice, mustard, vinegar, worcestershire sauce, garlic powder, salt and pepper in a jar with a lid and shake till well mixed.