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tomato and corn pasta salad

(1 rating)
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Recipe by
Ann Walsh
@utsnoshark
Glencoe, IL

I found a version of this recipe in a magazine many years (25+)ago. Whenever I make this for a group, I always get requests for the recipe. It's great to make for entertaining or camping, because I usually make it a day or so ahead of time and the flavors have a chance to really blend together. To add more protien, I include sliced pepperoni or salami, so it is more like a meal than a side dish.Use an airtight container and store it in a cooler on camping trips and you will have a yummy meal with no worries of spoilage, like you would with a mayo based salad. Enjoy!

(1 rating)
yield 8 -10
prep time 30 Min
cook time 10 Min

Ingredients For tomato and corn pasta salad

  • 1/2 lb
    dry medium size shell pasta
  • 1 box
    frozen sweet corn kernels
  • 1/2 bunch
    curley leaf parsely
  • 1 1/2 c
    cherry tomatoes or grape tomatoes
  • 1 c
    freshly grated parmesan cheese
  • 2 tsp
    garlic powder
  • 1/2 c
    olive oil, extra virgin
  • 3/4 c
    balsamic vinegar, white or regular
  • 1 bunch
    green onions
  • 1/2 c
    basil, fresh
  • salt and pepper to taste
  • 1 c
    pepperoni or salami sliced into thin strips (optional)

How To Make tomato and corn pasta salad

  • 1
    1. Bring salted water to a boil, and cook medium sized shells as directed (usually I cook them 1-2 minutes past al dente).
  • 2
    2. While the water comes to a boil and the pasta is cooking, slice tomatoes in half vertically (top to bottom) Cut the entire green onion into 1/4 inch pieces on the bias. Mince parsley tops. Set all veggies and parsley aside.
  • 3
    3. Roll fresh basilinto a log shape and slice across the roll to make thin ribbon like pieces.
  • 4
    4. Drain pasta once it is finished cooking, and pour into a large bowl. Add remaining ingredients and mix well and cover. Chill until ready to serve. **NOTE: This salad is ready to serve once you mix everything together, but is better when chilled and allowed to rest overnight.
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