Cooking Instructions

Follow these steps for perfect results

Ingredients

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6
servings
8 ounce

Bow Tie Pasta

uncooked

8 ounce

Medium Pasta Shells

uncooked

8 ounce

Wagon Wheel Pasta

uncooked

2 cup

Greek Vinaigrette

3 cup

Cherry Tomatoes

halved

1 unit

Red Onion

finely chopped

12 ounce

Marinated Artichoke Hearts

drained, coarsely chopped

12 ounce

Roasted Sweet Red Peppers

drained, chopped

1 cup

Fresh Basil

chopped

1 cup

Parmesan Cheese

grated

3.5 ounce

Pepperoni

sliced

2.25 ounce

Ripe Olives

sliced, drained

Step 1
~3 min

Cook bow tie pasta, medium pasta shells, and wagon wheel pasta according to package directions until al dente.

Step 2
~3 min

Drain the pasta and rinse with cold water to stop the cooking process.

Step 3
~3 min

Drain the pasta well to remove excess water.

Step 4
~3 min

Transfer the cooked pasta to a large bowl.

Step 5
~3 min

Add Greek vinaigrette to the pasta and toss to coat evenly.

Step 6
~3 min

Add halved cherry tomatoes, finely chopped red onion, drained and coarsely chopped marinated artichoke hearts, and drained and chopped roasted sweet red peppers to the bowl.

Step 7
~3 min

Add chopped fresh basil, grated Parmesan cheese, sliced pepperoni, and drained sliced ripe olives to the pasta mixture.

Step 8
~3 min

Toss all ingredients together until well combined.

Step 9
~3 min

If desired, transfer the pasta salad to covered jars.

Step 10
~3 min

Refrigerate the pasta salad until serving to allow flavors to meld.

Pro Tips & Suggestions

Expert advice for the best results

Add grilled chicken or shrimp for extra protein.

Adjust the amount of vinaigrette to your liking.

Prepare the salad a day ahead to allow the flavors to meld.

Cooking Experience

Everything you need to know before you start

Time & Preparation

Cleanup Time

10 minutes

Batch Cooking
Friendly
Make Ahead

Yes, can be made 1-2 days ahead

Freezable
Kid Friendly

Cooking Environment

Messiness Level
Low
Smell Intensity
Medium
Noise Level
Low
Elder Friendly
Suitable for seniors

Plating & Presentation

Serving Suggestions

Serve chilled for lunch or as a side dish.

Pair with grilled vegetables or a sandwich.

Perfect Pairings

Food Pairings

Grilled vegetables
Sandwiches
Chicken

Drink Pairings

Cultural Heritage

Discover the story behind this recipe

Origin & Tradition

Region of Origin

United States

Cultural Significance

Popular potluck and picnic dish.

Style

Occasions & Celebrations

Festive Uses

Summer barbecues
Picnics
Potlucks

Occasion Tags

Summer
Picnic
Potluck
Lunch

Popularity Score

70/100

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