Spicy Italian Salad Recipes

SPICY ITALIAN PASTA SALAD

Steps:

• Cook the pasta according to package directions. Drain well and rinse with cold water. Let cool.
• Add the pasta, tomatoes, spinach, mozzarella, and shallot to a serving bowl.
• Make the dressing: add the sun-dried tomatoes (with their oil) to a food processor or blender. Add the garlic, 1 teaspoon red pepper flakes and 1/2 teaspoon salt. Pulse until sundered tomatoes are finely chopped, then run the food processor or blender while adding the olive oil. Run until a thick sauce forms. Taste, then add more pepper flakes and/or salt to taste.
• Toss pasta with sauce.
• Store in refrigerator for up to 3 days.

SPICY ITALIAN PASTA SALAD WITH HAM AND PEPPERONCINI

Steps:

• Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil.
• Whisk the oil, vinegar, red pepper flakes, 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 bowl with the dressing.
• Add the ham, tomatoes, celery, basil, pepperoncini and oregano to the bowl and toss to combine. Season with salt and pepper. The pasta salad is best if served right away.

SPICY ITALIAN SALAD

Steps:

• 1. In a medium container with a lid, mix canola, tarragon vinegar, sugar, thyme, dry mustard and garlic Cover and shake until well blended Place artichoke hearts in the mixture; cover and marinate for at least 4 hrs or overnight
• 2. In a large bowl, toss remaining ingredients Pour in artichoke mixture and toss to coat

LINDA'S ITALIAN SALAD WITH SPICY ITALIAN DRESSING

Steps:

• Salad:.
• Add greens to a lg. salad bowl. Mix well.
• Add peppers, onions, artichokes, pepperocini peppers, tomatoes and black olives. Mix well with salad forks or with your hands.
• Season with salt and pepper.
• Make dressing.
• Makes 8 servings.
• Dressing:.
• Mix oil, vinegar, sugar, thyme, dry mustard and garlic together well in a bowl with a whisk.
• Add to salad mix right before serving, and mix well with salad forks.
• Add Parmigiano Reggiano, if using.
• Top with croutons, and serve.