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Sweet and Sour Pasta Salad
Sweet and Sour Pasta Salad
Barbara Whiting
At a Glance
Prep Time : 1hr 
Course : Salad
Type of Prep : Mix / Beat
Occasion : July 4th, Labor/Memorial Day, Picnic, Potluck, Summer
 

Sweet and Sour Pasta Salad

From Barbara Whiting,
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Tri-colored pasta makes this a colorful salad, perfect for potlucks or family cookouts.

INGREDIENTS:

  • 1 package (16 ounce) tricolor spiral pasta
  • 1 medium red onion, chopped
  • 1 medium green pepper, chopped
  • 1 medium tomato, chopped
  • 1 medium cucumber, peeled, seeded, and chopped
  • 2 tablespoons minced fresh parsley

PREPARATION:

DRESSING:
  • 1 1/2 c. sugar
  • 1/2 c. vinegar
  • 1 T. ground mustard
  • 1 tsp. salt, optional
  • 1 tsp. garlic powder
Cook pasta according to package directions: drain and rinse with cold water. Place in a large serving bowl. Add the onion , tomato, cucumber, green pepper and parsley: set aside. In a saucepan, combine the dressing ingredients. Cook over medium-low heat for 10 minutes or until sugar is dissolved. Pour over salad and toss to coat. Cover and refrigerate for 2 hours. Serve with a slotted spoon.
16 servings - Becca, forum member
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