The mother of all PASTA SALADS, easy (my way) | That party pasta salad recipe that's always a hit!

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  • Опубліковано 31 тра 2024
  • Let me show you how I make the mother of all pasta salads. Prepare the best pasta salad with this quick and effortless recipe. A great addition to your next gathering. This Italian-style pasta salad is the one that is always a hit when I take to parties. Whether you make for dinner, the next day or a party, this is gonna be good!
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    INGREDIENTS
    12 oz Rotini Pasta
    1 to 1 1/2 cups Italian dressing
    4 oz mini pepperoni
    3 oz salami
    8 oz mozzarella pearls
    1 cucumber
    6 oz to 8oz grape tomatoes
    1/4 medium red onion
    3 oz black olives
    1/4 cup grated parmesan cheese
    1/4 cup fresh parsley
    1 tsp dry Italian herb blend
    1 crushed red pepper flakes
    1/2 tsp paprika
    1/4 tsp black pepper
    Cold Italian Pasta Salad
    The best Italian Pasta salad EASY
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  • @emilybh6255
    @emilybh6255 3 місяці тому +134

    If you are going to have it the next day, it is better to wait to add the tomatoes to just before you are going to serve it or at least the same day you serve it. Otherwise they get mushy.

    •  3 місяці тому +33

      Yes! That's an excellent tip. 👏🏼

    • @catmip
      @catmip 3 місяці тому +27

      I use whole grape tomatoes so they don’t get mushy.

    • @christianoliver3572
      @christianoliver3572 3 місяці тому +11

      Is it weird that I like it when the tomatoes are macerated in with the rest of the salad?
      Just asking....

    • @conniesisco6468
      @conniesisco6468 3 місяці тому +8

      @@christianoliver3572I love it that way as well! I even marinate my tomatoes in the fridge for several hours before making Tomato Burrata Salad.

    • @christianoliver3572
      @christianoliver3572 3 місяці тому +12

      @@conniesisco6468 I live down here in Corpus Christi and grow all kinds of tomatoes almost year round.
      I cut grape tomatoes in half, make a simple vinaigrette with olive oil, red wine or 4 yo DOCG balsamic vinegar, mustard, and finely cut garlic or shallot.
      Let that marinate overnight then toss that in with fresh greens the next day.
      It's the best salad you'll have.

  • @lashortyislabonita623
    @lashortyislabonita623 3 місяці тому +10

    That’s delicious… Making it tomorrow for Super Bowl Sunday..

  • @plsmh3933
    @plsmh3933 3 місяці тому +7

    One of my favorite pasta bowls.
    Delicious ❤👍🏾

  • @sandyrice3559
    @sandyrice3559 3 місяці тому +11

    OMGosh Angelica! This is almost identical to my recipe! I leave out the black olives because my husband cannot stand them, and I use Wishbone Robusto Italian dressing. Everything else is the same, and you're absolutely right, it's the best pasta salad EVER!

    • @Cheryl-em1ed
      @Cheryl-em1ed 24 дні тому

      Use my secret black seedless hrapes........

  • @maryjemisonMaryjay1936
    @maryjemisonMaryjay1936 3 місяці тому +9

    Love Love Black Olives 🫒

  • @Emily-tr3fs
    @Emily-tr3fs 3 місяці тому +9

    I make this pasta salad with Greek salad dressing but I chop the red onions first and then add them to a bowl with the dressing and let the onions soak while I prepare everything else. It takes that harsh bite out of the red onions but leaves the flavor.

  • @nayakiabates8814
    @nayakiabates8814 3 місяці тому +7

    Looks amazing.. can’t wait to try it out. I totally agree with the tri color just hits different 😂😂💕💕

  • @CarpeDiem-ii5fu
    @CarpeDiem-ii5fu 3 місяці тому +6

    I like your idea of pasta salad. Definitely trying it

  • @Sharibaby80
    @Sharibaby80 3 місяці тому +4

    I could probably eat a VAT of pasta salad. Literally my fave food since I was a little girl. Thank you!!

  • @hawaiibound62
    @hawaiibound62 3 місяці тому +7

    My grandmother always rinsed with cold water. It stops the pasta from cooking further. Then lay it on the pan to dry.

  • @deborahramirez3445
    @deborahramirez3445 3 місяці тому +7

    I like to add McCormick Salad Supreme Seasoning. It's very similar to all of the same seasonings Angelica uses. This salad is so delicious.

    • @Razo20
      @Razo20 3 місяці тому

      How is it with that dressing?!

  • @susantaulli6580
    @susantaulli6580 3 місяці тому +6

    I always use the Good Seasons Zesty Italian dressing packet and use olive oil.

  • @kristen1245
    @kristen1245 3 дні тому

    I'm 56 and have watched many many food tutorials...not only is this recipe the bomb, but you are very pleasant and sweet to show new beginners everything they need to know..very simple and easy directions ..I'm subscribing and liked !!!

  • @cdsentone3832
    @cdsentone3832 3 місяці тому +6

    If you want to pump up the volume on the flavor you can take a little bit of the dressing along with the dry spices and toss the pasta with them right after draining and before spreading on the baking sheet to cool. As it cools the pasta will absorb the dressing and flavors from the spices. The oil in the dressing will also make the pasta less sticky/clumpy when it comes time to mix everything together.

  • @vickihunt5580
    @vickihunt5580 3 місяці тому +6

    I could eat the whole bowl 😋 I recently found Goya brand black olives at my HEB. Great brand, much deeper olive flavor.

  • @lucymaty4545
    @lucymaty4545 3 місяці тому +8

    Tip: instead of letting the pasta cool on the pan, rinse with cold water immediately when draining to prevent pasta from overcooking 👍

  • @AshaRN9
    @AshaRN9 3 місяці тому +4

    Yum!!!! I love the Olive Garden dressing for pasta salad!!

  • @elizabethtrihub9041
    @elizabethtrihub9041 3 місяці тому +5

    I'm going to be a hit with this salad at our next fellowship!! TY

  • @darniataylor7749
    @darniataylor7749 3 місяці тому +5

    This is one of my favorite pasta salads. My daughter doesn't like fresh tomatoes, so we use sun dried tomatoes instead. It's delicious either way.

    • @christianoliver3572
      @christianoliver3572 3 місяці тому

      Grow your own.
      Grow several varieties of heirlooms if you can.
      Tomatoes can be grown somehow in just about any American household.

  • @joshmoose8039
    @joshmoose8039 3 місяці тому +3

    Girl, I have an amazing pasta salad recipe too, and when that Olive Garden dressing came out, I knew it was gonna be good. That stuff just works SO WELL for pasta salads.

  • @cyndesonnier8033
    @cyndesonnier8033 3 місяці тому +8

    Try Kalamata olives next time you make this salad. They are delicious and will definitely have an Italian flare. I make a very similar salad too. Yours looks delicious.

  • @jhenniceamorrow5936
    @jhenniceamorrow5936 3 місяці тому +4

    Just in time for an upcoming potluck! Sounds yummy. Thank you!

  • @enjoy7024
    @enjoy7024 3 місяці тому +4

    I love how you make things easy!

  • @benicio1967
    @benicio1967 3 місяці тому +4

    Thank you so much for sharing this! This will be the one I will use from here on out. You can’t beat this. Excellent!!!

  • @Sarsahhh
    @Sarsahhh 3 місяці тому +2

    I used to binge watch you pre pandemic. I rediscovered you now. Your recipes are so up my alley. I'm coming back mama!

  • @avagrego3195
    @avagrego3195 Місяць тому +5

    Nice voice and manner - no screaming is a relief. Recipe is also nice

  • @michellenelson6888
    @michellenelson6888 Місяць тому +6

    I have put blanched broccoli, sliced grllied chicken, grilled shrimp and roasted brussel spouts in my pasta salads, but my favorite is blanched/ roasted asparagus, artichoke hearts, and sauteed spinach!! If you want protein wuthout the meat, use garbanzo and kidney beans. That's what's so great about pasta salads, you can clean the fridge out and make it with what you got!!! I do agree, tri color rotini is the best, but my daughter loves tri colored cheese tortellini . It's such a versatile dish. I've even mixed in a little mayo to the dressing for a creamy texture. 😊

  • @delilahtrujillo5154
    @delilahtrujillo5154 3 місяці тому +4

    Yummy..im making it for our potluck at work..thank you

  • @sandrarubio4734
    @sandrarubio4734 3 місяці тому +4

    That's mine and my family's favorite pasta and dressing, it's so good 😋 try it with broccoli and feta, it gives it such a great flavor too!

  • @PatriciaNicely-hu5uh
    @PatriciaNicely-hu5uh Місяць тому +8

    Hi Angelica. I just made this pasta salad. It is so delicious! I just put the salad into the fridge. Amazingly I was able to find the Olive Garden Dressing at Target. It is almost 1:00 am in Hawaii. I have been thinking about making this for awhile. I had all the ingredients so I went for it. Mozzarella pearls are the Bomb.🤣Love and blessings from Hawaii❤️🙏🌺❤️

  • @coniff3
    @coniff3 3 місяці тому +2

    I also use Olive Garden dressing in my pasta salad! It's so good, like it was made for pasta salad. Great video, I like the small pepperonis going in my salad next time!

  • @1jmass
    @1jmass 3 місяці тому +2

    Mine is similar with a few variations. I have recently started using Olive Garden Parmesan Ranch dressing, but I don’t add Parm cheese.
    In addition to the tomato, I add broccoli and small cut up carrots for additional veggies and crunch. Try sprinkling slivered almonds on top just before serving. As you would say, “So good!”.

  • @kateslippers8289
    @kateslippers8289 3 місяці тому +4

    Looks delicious and easy to make. Have been away from youtube for awhile so nice to see you again Angelica.

  • @chellagirl3664
    @chellagirl3664 3 місяці тому +5

    I make a pasta salad just like this, but I use cheese tortellini in place of the regular pasta. It is fabulous! It can be used as a side dish or a main meal.

  • @kathy2940
    @kathy2940 3 місяці тому +3

    I bring cukes in separate container. Some people dont like them plus they get weepy. Cant wait to make it. YUM!

  • @carries2173
    @carries2173 3 місяці тому +4

    I’ve been making this pasta salad for 20 years and it’s always a hit. I agree that Olive Garden dressing is the way to go but if I didn’t have any, I’ve used any Italian dressing I’ve had on hand. I’ve also tried string cheese cut into bite size pieces and I’ve also used shrimp as my protein. Another veg is jarred mushrooms. As someone mentioned earlier, if you are making this in advance, the tomatoes will get soft. So will the cucumbers. I think it’s best that the salad sits at least 4 hours, if not overnight so that the pasta can absorb some of the dressing, then add your tomatoes and cucumber.

  • @hollygriffin8701
    @hollygriffin8701 3 місяці тому +3

    Ohh that looks so delicious 😋!!

  • @nanettespencer1812
    @nanettespencer1812 3 місяці тому +4

    Gosh, it’s so beautiful too!

  • @Kingkongfunkymonkey
    @Kingkongfunkymonkey Місяць тому +5

    Just looking at this lady I know she can cook I be making her recipes for couple years now no disappointments

  • @reneelopez902
    @reneelopez902 3 місяці тому +3

    I was trying to find a good pasta salad recipe today. Thank you thank you. I’ll use your recipe instead of the one I found

  • @highonimmi
    @highonimmi 3 місяці тому +5

    Im in love with that recipe. Subbed.

    •  3 місяці тому +1

      Thank you! 😃🙌🏼

  • @tamaraarmstrong3091
    @tamaraarmstrong3091 3 місяці тому +4

    I love your recipes!

  • @m.martinez167
    @m.martinez167 3 місяці тому +3

    Yum!! That's the best way to make pasta salad!

  • @Jojo01171
    @Jojo01171 25 днів тому +3

    I love when people bring pasta to a party or a gathering, it’s a necessity lol

  • @user-ht6go3mc3i
    @user-ht6go3mc3i 3 місяці тому +3

    Looks great mama your the best 🤩🥰👍🏽🌹🤗💞

  • @LauraJ-rz9qt
    @LauraJ-rz9qt 3 місяці тому +3

    Thanks for a great pasta salad recipie. This one would be sufficient for a meal in itself.

  • @amyfu2047
    @amyfu2047 3 місяці тому +3

    My favourite pasta salad is made with cheese tortellini, and I add chopped artichoke hearts, sundried tomatoes, and olives. I mix it with greek dressing with feta. Sometimes I add some chopped salami or whatever I have on hand.

  • @lettiegrant9447
    @lettiegrant9447 3 місяці тому +3

    How beautiful and colorful it is .Looks delicious. I'll be making it.😊👍

  • @christined2634
    @christined2634 3 місяці тому +3

    Yummmmm!

  • @christineh7997
    @christineh7997 3 місяці тому +3

    I make this pasta salad and folks love it. Low fat Zesty Italian dressing works well too in this dish. I know it is said not to rinse pasta, but I have too. I rinse it to remove excess starch. I drain the pasta very well. I don’t have a problem with my sauces and seasonings clinging to my rinsed pasta.

  • @jonathansongco4302
    @jonathansongco4302 3 місяці тому +5

    Tasty.

  • @pambundren9833
    @pambundren9833 3 місяці тому +3

    Very delicious 😋 looks absolutely amazing and delicious 😋😋😋

  • @tracydimond3759
    @tracydimond3759 2 місяці тому +2

    I'm sitting here making black eye peas with hamhocks and neck bones, and cornbread; but i'm drooling over that pasta salad. 😍😄

  • @dulzebunny2003
    @dulzebunny2003 3 місяці тому +3

    Wow looks so good and so easy to make. I will definitely make this next time i go to a party. Thank you! I love watching your videos, you explain everything so well.💖😊

  • @bw5762
    @bw5762 3 місяці тому +3

    Thanks for inspiring me to get back in the kitchen and cook. You and your husband are a great cooking team.

  • @bbgirl6741
    @bbgirl6741 3 місяці тому +3

    Very colorful yummy looking pasta 👍🏼

  • @aprilreed1274
    @aprilreed1274 3 місяці тому +3

    Looks very delicious!😋😋😋😋😋

  • @melissaoakley1466
    @melissaoakley1466 3 місяці тому +4

    I’m making this tomorrow. It looks awesome! Thanks!

  • @toddschrenk
    @toddschrenk Місяць тому +7

    add mild banana pepper rings some Claussen pickle chunks for added flavor

  • @Nefertiti0403
    @Nefertiti0403 3 місяці тому +3

    The olive garden dressing is also one of my favorites

  • @kaiju_k5042
    @kaiju_k5042 3 місяці тому +2

    This is such a nice thing to make to have amazing leftovers in the fridge, a gift that keeps on giving. You know your tomorrow self will thank you :P

  • @michelewesthuis9940
    @michelewesthuis9940 3 місяці тому +6

    I heard someone says once, that you should run cold water in the sink as you’re draining hot pasta. Better for your sink pipes.

    • @cathybrown4102
      @cathybrown4102 3 місяці тому

      My plumber recommended that as well

  • @tammiemacon4069
    @tammiemacon4069 Місяць тому +5

    That pasta salad looks delicious 😋😋

  • @johnieboi3613
    @johnieboi3613 3 місяці тому +4

    Yummy 😋😋😋

  • @jenniferhansen3622
    @jenniferhansen3622 3 місяці тому +4

    That looks amazing!

  • @megmariee8215
    @megmariee8215 2 місяці тому +4

    I’m obsessed with making this now so thank you. 😂 It’s just sooo good and a million times better than that weird pasta salad from the deli!

  • @Michelle-Gx3jq
    @Michelle-Gx3jq 3 місяці тому +4

    Looks delicious 🙃

  • @sdaval735
    @sdaval735 3 місяці тому +3

    I make this salad with same dressing and vegetables but I use calamata olives and feta cheese, game changer! Love your channel ❤️

  • @melissaoakley1466
    @melissaoakley1466 3 місяці тому +4

    I made this today! Absolutely delicious!

  • @misspomerol
    @misspomerol 3 місяці тому +3

    Grazie/gracias mamma !

  • @robinvarnadoe8429
    @robinvarnadoe8429 3 місяці тому +3

    That looks delicious, will definitely try it minus the tomatoes, love Olive Garden dressing!

  • @CarpeDiem-ii5fu
    @CarpeDiem-ii5fu 2 місяці тому +4

    Made this for dinner a few days ago. It's really good. We enjoyed it very much. The only sub we made was green olives instead of black olives.

  • @ImTheNumber12
    @ImTheNumber12 3 місяці тому +2

    This is how I make it most of the time and I think it’s perfect but I also like to swap in feta cheese (or feta & grated parm), diced peperoncini, and diced green olives. Pasta salad is super nostalgic to me, like a staple food.

  • @sherrienale9974
    @sherrienale9974 3 місяці тому +3

    I always use Barilla Campanelle pasta...The " trumpet flower's " hold the dressing nicely...You're salad looked quite delicious

  • @meetoo2330
    @meetoo2330 День тому

    Wow this looks lovely! Thank you for sharing ❤❤❤

  • @krisa7910
    @krisa7910 3 місяці тому +2

    I seriously love pasta salad so thank you for this, it looks amazing! Store bought garlic twists are super delicious too ❤

  • @terrencetwohig7547
    @terrencetwohig7547 2 місяці тому +2

    Been making this for years but the Parmesan n garlic bread twists is a very welcome addition, thank you Mam, I love it

  • @virginiabarrientos165
    @virginiabarrientos165 3 місяці тому +3

    Thank you,the salad looks delicious. I’m going to make it.

  • @MissExclusive4
    @MissExclusive4 3 місяці тому +3

    This looks delicious!

  • @sweetliz
    @sweetliz 3 місяці тому +3

    Omg yes I need this 😊❤

  • @judycroteau482
    @judycroteau482 3 місяці тому +3

    I don’t like olives, so I would just omit that. Everything else looks delicious!

  • @normalindacontreras8976
    @normalindacontreras8976 3 місяці тому +2

    ❤❤Love it, Thx ..SuperBowl Salad...Yesss

  • @Kat.n.that_
    @Kat.n.that_ 3 місяці тому +2

    Your husband is so helpful

  • @mshill2406
    @mshill2406 3 місяці тому +3

    This looks wonderful!

  • @terrijones8127
    @terrijones8127 3 місяці тому +3

    I do the same thing using suddenly salad

  • @RiceaRoni354
    @RiceaRoni354 3 місяці тому +3

    I love to add fresh basil before serving.

  • @cyberwil08
    @cyberwil08 3 місяці тому +2

    I have been looking everywhere here, on UA-cam for this recipe. Thank you so much! It looks VERY good.

  • @sinepari9160
    @sinepari9160 3 місяці тому +5

    This woman knows her stuff!

  • @kathyjoslin807
    @kathyjoslin807 3 місяці тому +4

    It’s also good with tri colored cheese tortellini

  • @Cheryl-em1ed
    @Cheryl-em1ed 2 місяці тому +2

    I love your ultimate pasta salad❤I also have a most tasty padta salad that everyone wants my recipe.Glad to know there are fellow Awesome most excellent pasta salad makers besides me🎉

  • @vickiefinney6073
    @vickiefinney6073 3 місяці тому +1

    My sister in-law makes this and she uses cut up string cheese. This salad is SO GOOD 😋😋😋 🥗

  • @loripretti843
    @loripretti843 3 місяці тому +1

    That looks and sounds Absolutely Delicious!!! I love pasta salads the next day!!! They marinate well with the pasta!!! God Bless Us All!!!

  • @elanmackey7892
    @elanmackey7892 3 місяці тому +7

    Try Kalamata olives next time🥰

    • @abbylynn8872
      @abbylynn8872 3 місяці тому

      I add all the olives and capers. Like an unmade olive tapenade

  • @TheMJPhoenix
    @TheMJPhoenix 3 місяці тому +1

    Ok adding the mozzarella pearls next time! This is the way I do my pasta salad too!!! Really love your videos 🥰 Thanks!!!

  • @virginiaphillips5217
    @virginiaphillips5217 3 місяці тому +2

    Looks wonderful.
    Can hardly wait to try it.

  • @lynneb620
    @lynneb620 3 місяці тому +2

    Looks delicious ! Love how colorful it is !

  • @laurelburton187
    @laurelburton187 3 місяці тому +1

    I’m going to have to try this. Looks so good.

  • @ramencurry6672
    @ramencurry6672 3 місяці тому +1

    When Mama eats, I’m happy

  • @watsonspuzzle
    @watsonspuzzle 2 місяці тому +3

    It looks delicious.

  • @JayDub_143
    @JayDub_143 3 місяці тому +1

    Been making a similar one flr YEARS its PHENOMENAL.. Will be making your recipe next!!❤