Description
Angel Hair Pasta Salad is a creamy, vibrant dish that combines delicate angel hair pasta with an array of fresh vegetables and a zesty dressing. Ideal for summer gatherings, this salad is not only quick to prepare—ready in just 15 minutes—but also versatile enough to serve as a side or a main dish. Enjoy it at picnics, potlucks, or family dinners where its refreshing flavor will surely please everyone. With ingredients like crunchy carrots, juicy cherry tomatoes, and tangy olives dressed in a delightful blend of mayonnaise and Italian dressing, this salad is both nutritious and satisfying.
Ingredients
- 16 oz angel hair pasta
- 2 cups shaved carrots
- 1 cup halved cherry tomatoes
- 1 can (3.8 oz) sliced black olives
- 1 cup mayonnaise
- 1 cup Italian salad dressing
- 1 tablespoon Cavender's Greek seasoning
- Fresh parsley for garnish
Instructions
- Boil salted water in a large pot. Add angel hair pasta and cook until al dente.
- Drain the pasta in a colander and rinse thoroughly under cold water until cool.
- In a mixing bowl, combine cooled pasta with shaved carrots, halved tomatoes, sliced olives, mayonnaise, Italian dressing, and Greek seasoning. Mix well.
- Cover and chill in the refrigerator for at least one hour before serving.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Salad
- Method: Mixing
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 590mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 14g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 5g
- Cholesterol: 15mg
Keywords: Use fresh vegetables for the best flavor and texture. Adjust the amount of dressing according to your taste preferences. Feel free to add other veggies like bell peppers or cucumbers for variety.