Name: Summer Pasta Salad I
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 15 min
Total time: 30 min
Yield: 10
Cuisine: US
Ingredients: 1 (16 ounce) package penne pasta; 1 cup distilled white vinegar; 0.5 cup white sugar; 1 (16 ounce) bottle Catalina salad dressing; 1 cup Italian-style salad dressing; 1 cucumber, chopped; 2 (2 ounce) cans sliced black olives; 1 tomato, chopped; 0.5 cup chopped onion; 1 cup chopped baby carrots; 1 green bell pepper, chopped; 0.5 teaspoon celery salt; salt and pepper to taste

Embrace the vibrant flavors of summer with this delightful pasta salad! A harmonious blend of tangy dressings, crisp vegetables, and perfectly cooked pasta creates a refreshing and satisfying dish. Prepare it a day ahead to allow the flavors to meld together for an unforgettable taste experience.

Follow The Directions

01

Step

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. (8-10 minutes)

02

Step

In a small saucepan, bring vinegar and sugar to a boil. Boil for one minute. (2 minutes)

03

Step

In large bowl, combine vinegar mixture, Catalina dressing and Italian dressing. Mix well. Add pasta, cucumber, olives, tomato, onion, carrots, and bell pepper; toss. Season with celery salt, salt and pepper. Refrigerate until serving. (15 minutes + chilling time)

For an extra layer of flavor, consider adding marinated artichoke hearts or sun-dried tomatoes.
Feel free to substitute your favorite vegetables or add protein such as grilled chicken or chickpeas.
If you don't have time to chill the salad overnight, allow it to sit for at least 2-3 hours to allow the flavors to develop.

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RECIPE REVIEWS

Avarage Rating: 4.2/ 5 ( 26 Ratings)

Total Reviews: (8)

Quincy Durganlegros
May 5, 2025
Make sure to let it chill for at least a few hours; it really makes a difference in the flavor.
Clair Botsford
Mar 14, 2025
This is a great base recipe, easy to customize with whatever veggies you have on hand.
Shanie Barton
Feb 23, 2025
My family requests this salad all the time! It's a summer staple.
Stephen Ryan
Dec 25, 2024
The celery salt is a key ingredient, don't skip it!
Iliana Cummings
Nov 22, 2024
This salad is always a hit! I love the combination of the sweet and tangy dressings.
Shane Schumm
Oct 27, 2024
Next time I might try using a different type of pasta, like rotini, for more texture.
Sincere Barrows
Sep 28, 2024
I added some grilled chicken to make it a complete meal. Delicious!
Berta Daugherty
Aug 25, 2024
I halved the sugar and it was still plenty sweet for my taste.

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