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

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  • 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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Komentáře • 314

  • @emilybh6255
    @emilybh6255 Před 4 měsíci +144

    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.

    •  Před 4 měsíci +34

      Yes! That's an excellent tip. 👏🏼

    • @catmip
      @catmip Před 4 měsíci +30

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

    • @christianoliver3572
      @christianoliver3572 Před 4 měsíci +13

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

    • @conniesisco6468
      @conniesisco6468 Před 4 měsíci +10

      @@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 Před 4 měsíci +14

      @@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 Před 4 měsíci +10

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

  • @plsmh3933
    @plsmh3933 Před 4 měsíci +7

    One of my favorite pasta bowls.
    Delicious ❤👍🏾

  • @sandyrice3559
    @sandyrice3559 Před 4 měsíci +14

    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 Před měsícem

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

    • @charlesroberts3910
      @charlesroberts3910 Před 21 dnem

      I forgot to mention I made my own copycat Olive Garden dressing it was great

  • @Emily-tr3fs
    @Emily-tr3fs Před 4 měsíci +11

    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 Před 4 měsíci +7

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

  • @CarpeDiem-ii5fu
    @CarpeDiem-ii5fu Před 4 měsíci +6

    I like your idea of pasta salad. Definitely trying it

  • @katherinemotley9705
    @katherinemotley9705 Před 5 dny +3

    I use dressing from Aldi, it is the Specialty Garlic Balsamic. It is sooo good and sweet.

  • @vickihunt5580
    @vickihunt5580 Před 4 měsíci +7

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

  • @kristen1245
    @kristen1245 Před měsícem +6

    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 Před 4 měsíci +7

    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.

  • @hawaiibound62
    @hawaiibound62 Před 4 měsíci +8

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

  • @Sharibaby80
    @Sharibaby80 Před 4 měsíci +4

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

  • @deborahramirez3445
    @deborahramirez3445 Před 4 měsíci +8

    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 Před 4 měsíci

      How is it with that dressing?!

  • @maryjemisonMaryjay1936
    @maryjemisonMaryjay1936 Před 4 měsíci +9

    Love Love Black Olives 🫒

  • @susantaulli6580
    @susantaulli6580 Před 4 měsíci +6

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

  • @avagrego3195
    @avagrego3195 Před 2 měsíci +7

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

  • @playlikeaprowebtvrebel2715

    Extra thumbs up for the husband helping. I'm making this to go with dinner, but with shredded chicken it's almost a meal of it's own. Thanks so much.

  • @AshaRN9
    @AshaRN9 Před 4 měsíci +4

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

  • @joshmoose8039
    @joshmoose8039 Před 4 měsíci +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.

  • @kathy2940
    @kathy2940 Před 4 měsíci +4

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

  • @benicio1967
    @benicio1967 Před 4 měsíci +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!!!

  • @elizabethtrihub9041
    @elizabethtrihub9041 Před 4 měsíci +5

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

  • @jhenniceamorrow5936
    @jhenniceamorrow5936 Před 4 měsíci +4

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

  • @delilahtrujillo5154
    @delilahtrujillo5154 Před 4 měsíci +4

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

  • @enjoy7024
    @enjoy7024 Před 4 měsíci +4

    I love how you make things easy!

  • @lucymaty4545
    @lucymaty4545 Před 4 měsíci +10

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

  • @darniataylor7749
    @darniataylor7749 Před 4 měsíci +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 Před 4 měsíci

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

  • @JeanineRogers-db5yv
    @JeanineRogers-db5yv Před 18 dny +4

    I followed this recipe for our Memorial Day cookout. A huge success! I’m getting calls now to prepare for others! Thank You!

    •  Před 18 dny

      😊🙌🏼

  • @cyndesonnier8033
    @cyndesonnier8033 Před 4 měsíci +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.

  • @1jmass
    @1jmass Před 4 měsíci +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!”.

  • @michellenelson6888
    @michellenelson6888 Před 2 měsíci +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. 😊

  • @Sarsahhh
    @Sarsahhh Před 4 měsíci +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!

  • @coniff3
    @coniff3 Před 4 měsíci +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!

  • @PatriciaNicely-hu5uh
    @PatriciaNicely-hu5uh Před 2 měsíci +9

    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❤️🙏🌺❤️

  • @chellagirl3664
    @chellagirl3664 Před 4 měsíci +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.

  • @sandrarubio4734
    @sandrarubio4734 Před 4 měsíci +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!

  • @Kingkongfunkymonkey
    @Kingkongfunkymonkey Před 3 měsíci +5

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

  • @melissaoakley1466
    @melissaoakley1466 Před 4 měsíci +5

    I made this today! Absolutely delicious!

  • @hollygriffin8701
    @hollygriffin8701 Před 4 měsíci +3

    Ohh that looks so delicious 😋!!

  • @reneelopez902
    @reneelopez902 Před 4 měsíci +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

  • @kateslippers8289
    @kateslippers8289 Před 4 měsíci +4

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

  • @carries2173
    @carries2173 Před 4 měsíci +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.

  • @user-mv8pc9xt5g
    @user-mv8pc9xt5g Před 19 dny +4

    Love a good pasta salad ❤.

  • @nanettespencer1812
    @nanettespencer1812 Před 4 měsíci +4

    Gosh, it’s so beautiful too!

  • @CarpeDiem-ii5fu
    @CarpeDiem-ii5fu Před 3 měsíci +5

    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.

  • @m.martinez167
    @m.martinez167 Před 4 měsíci +3

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

  • @LauraJ-rz9qt
    @LauraJ-rz9qt Před 4 měsíci +3

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

  • @ImTheNumber12
    @ImTheNumber12 Před 4 měsíci +3

    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.

  • @christineh7997
    @christineh7997 Před 4 měsíci +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.

  • @bbgirl6741
    @bbgirl6741 Před 4 měsíci +3

    Very colorful yummy looking pasta 👍🏼

  • @amyfu2047
    @amyfu2047 Před 4 měsíci +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 Před 4 měsíci +3

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

  • @michellec.9852
    @michellec.9852 Před 10 dny +3

    I will be making this for sure!

  • @Nefertiti0403
    @Nefertiti0403 Před 4 měsíci +3

    The olive garden dressing is also one of my favorites

  • @tamaraarmstrong3091
    @tamaraarmstrong3091 Před 4 měsíci +4

    I love your recipes!

  • @melissaoakley1466
    @melissaoakley1466 Před 4 měsíci +4

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

  • @bw5762
    @bw5762 Před 4 měsíci +3

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

  • @highonimmi
    @highonimmi Před 4 měsíci +5

    Im in love with that recipe. Subbed.

    •  Před 4 měsíci +1

      Thank you! 😃🙌🏼

  • @christined2634
    @christined2634 Před 4 měsíci +3

    Yummmmm!

  • @user-ht6go3mc3i
    @user-ht6go3mc3i Před 4 měsíci +3

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

  • @aprilreed1274
    @aprilreed1274 Před 4 měsíci +3

    Looks very delicious!😋😋😋😋😋

  • @pambundren9833
    @pambundren9833 Před 4 měsíci +3

    Very delicious 😋 looks absolutely amazing and delicious 😋😋😋

  • @jonathansongco4302
    @jonathansongco4302 Před 4 měsíci +5

    Tasty.

  • @dulzebunny2003
    @dulzebunny2003 Před 4 měsíci +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.💖😊

  • @jenniferhansen3622
    @jenniferhansen3622 Před 4 měsíci +4

    That looks amazing!

  • @tammiemacon4069
    @tammiemacon4069 Před 2 měsíci +5

    That pasta salad looks delicious 😋😋

  • @johnieboi3613
    @johnieboi3613 Před 4 měsíci +4

    Yummy 😋😋😋

  • @Michelle-Gx3jq
    @Michelle-Gx3jq Před 4 měsíci +4

    Looks delicious 🙃

  • @kaiju_k5042
    @kaiju_k5042 Před 4 měsíci +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

  • @sdaval735
    @sdaval735 Před 4 měsíci +3

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

  • @krisa7910
    @krisa7910 Před 4 měsíci +2

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

  • @MissExclusive4
    @MissExclusive4 Před 4 měsíci +3

    This looks delicious!

  • @sweetliz
    @sweetliz Před 4 měsíci +3

    Omg yes I need this 😊❤

  • @toddschrenk
    @toddschrenk Před 2 měsíci +8

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

  • @mshill2406
    @mshill2406 Před 4 měsíci +3

    This looks wonderful!

  • @tracydimond3759
    @tracydimond3759 Před 4 měsíci +2

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

    • @charlesroberts3910
      @charlesroberts3910 Před 7 dny

      I made the pasta salad two times with a homemade dressing I took the first batch to my gun club for a block shoot and it was a big hit everybody liked it. Second batch went to a family picnic and it all got gone . Then I found the Olive Garden dressing in store . Next time I’ll use that

  • @brideofchrist_777
    @brideofchrist_777 Před měsícem +2

    Prepared this for hubby and me. It's zesty and delicious. Love the red pepper flakes and parmesan 😍🤤😍 hubby loves it!!

  • @virginiabarrientos165
    @virginiabarrientos165 Před 4 měsíci +3

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

  • @terrencetwohig7547
    @terrencetwohig7547 Před 3 měsíci +2

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

  • @Jojo01171
    @Jojo01171 Před měsícem +3

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

  • @projektxent
    @projektxent Před 18 dny +3

    Looks like I will be at Publix tomorrow to make this for the cookout. Great video

  • @misspomerol
    @misspomerol Před 4 měsíci +3

    Grazie/gracias mamma !

  • @khswild
    @khswild Před 4 měsíci +3

    Made this just recently...it was perfect and huge hit. I did add artichoke hearts. Suuuuuper yummy.

    • @Nuisance_Bear
      @Nuisance_Bear Před 3 měsíci +1

      artichoke hearts are lowkey goated in pasta salad. criminally underused.

  • @robinvarnadoe8429
    @robinvarnadoe8429 Před 4 měsíci +3

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

  • @sherrienale9974
    @sherrienale9974 Před 4 měsíci +3

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

  • @megmariee8215
    @megmariee8215 Před 3 měsíci +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!

  • @michelewesthuis9940
    @michelewesthuis9940 Před 4 měsíci +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.

  • @cyberwil08
    @cyberwil08 Před 4 měsíci +2

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

  • @virginiaphillips5217
    @virginiaphillips5217 Před 4 měsíci +2

    Looks wonderful.
    Can hardly wait to try it.

  • @normalindacontreras8976
    @normalindacontreras8976 Před 4 měsíci +2

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

  • @loripretti843
    @loripretti843 Před 4 měsíci +1

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

  • @verizon5348
    @verizon5348 Před dnem

    OMG! You made my mouth water. You know I'm definitely making this salad.

  • @lynneb620
    @lynneb620 Před 4 měsíci +2

    Looks delicious ! Love how colorful it is !

  • @debrabain5290
    @debrabain5290 Před 11 dny +1

    Love, love, love this. Thank you

  • @jenniferwilliams3679
    @jenniferwilliams3679 Před 2 měsíci +3

    Love it!!!❤

  • @watsonspuzzle
    @watsonspuzzle Před 3 měsíci +3

    It looks delicious.

  • @laurelburton187
    @laurelburton187 Před 4 měsíci +1

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

  • @terrijones8127
    @terrijones8127 Před 4 měsíci +3

    I do the same thing using suddenly salad

  • @Cheryl-em1ed
    @Cheryl-em1ed Před 3 měsíci +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🎉