Vegan Macaroni Salad Al Italiano

May 09, 2023May 9, 20230 3
Delicious Vegan Macaroni Salad Al Italiano Recipe
in Vegan

Prep

10 min

Cook

10 min

Ready In

2 hours 20 min

Level

Easy

Rating

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Ingredients

12 ounces macaroni ( elbow , fusilli , bow tie , any kind )
12 ounces canned diced tomatoes
1 cup soy mayonnaise
2 medium garlic cloves , minced
1/3 medium red onion , finely chopped
4 tablespoons olive oil
2 tablespoons red wine
2 tablespoons fresh-squeezed lemon juice
1/3 cup fresh basil , chopped
1/2 teaspoon dried oregano
1/2 teaspoon sage
1/2 teaspoon rosemary
1/2 teaspoon marjoram
black salt & pepper

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe
6
Calories
496
Sugar
5g
Fat
35g
This Vegan Macaroni Salad Al Italiano is a delicious take on the classic macaroni salad. It’s packed with Italian flavors, thanks to the combination of herbs, red wine, and canned diced tomatoes. The salad is easy to make and perfect for a light lunch, a picnic, or a family gathering. The addition of soy mayonnaise also makes it a great vegan option. If you’re tired of the same old macaroni salad recipes, give this one a try. It’s sure to impress your taste buds and your guests!

Instructions

1.Cook macaroni as per the package instructions. Once cooked, drain and rinse the macaroni with cold water.
2.Add the garlic, red onion, canned diced tomatoes, and macaroni to a large mixing bowl. Toss until well-combined.
3.In another bowl, whisk together the mayonnaise, olive oil, red wine, lemon juice, basil, oregano, sage, rosemary, marjoram, black salt, and pepper.
4.Pour the mayonnaise mixture over the macaroni and vegetables. Toss until well-combined.
5.Cover the bowl and chill in the refrigerator for at least 2 hours. Before serving, give it one final toss to make sure everything is well-combined.

PROS

This vegan macaroni salad is packed with flavors, thanks to the combination of Italian herbs and canned diced tomatoes, which add a sweet and tangy flavor to the dish.
It’s perfect for a light lunch, a picnic, or a family gathering.

It’s also very easy to make and can be prepared ahead of time.

CONS

Macaroni, just like any other pasta, is high in carbs, so if you’re watching your carb intake, you might want to limit your serving size.
The soy mayonnaise used in this recipe contains soy, which is a common allergen.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

This Vegan Macaroni Salad Al Italiano is a great source of vitamins and minerals. Canned diced tomatoes contain lycopene, an antioxidant that has been shown to have anti-cancer properties.
The herbs used in this recipe have been shown to have anti-inflammatory and anti-bacterial properties, and may also help improve digestion.

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