Sicilian Cold Pasta Salad

May 10, 2023May 10, 20230 4

Sicilian Cold Pasta Salad recipe for a refreshing summer meal

by The Chefin Salad

Prep

10 min

Cook

10 min

Ready In

20 min

Level

Easy

Rating

Ingredients

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe

Calories

496

Sugar

Fat

18g

Sicilian Cold Pasta Salad is a refreshing and delicious meal that is perfect for a hot summer day. It is a combination of cooked pasta, artichoke hearts, pitted olives, and salsa, all mixed together in a large bowl. The salad is then topped with grated parmesan cheese and chilled in the fridge for a few hours to allow the flavors to meld together. This hearty pasta salad is great as a main course or as a side dish to accompany grilled meat or fish. Its vibrant colors make it a beautiful addition to any summer meal.

Instructions

1.	Cook pasta according to package instructions until al dente. Drain and rinse with cold water.
2.	In a large mixing bowl, mix together the cooked pasta, artichoke hearts, pitted olives, and salsa.
3.	Sprinkle grated parmesan cheese on top and mix well.
4.	Cover and refrigerate for at least 2 hours, or overnight if possible.
5.	Serve chilled and enjoy!

PROS

This refreshing pasta salad is perfect for a hot summer day.

It is easy to prepare, and the combination of flavors is sure to please everyone.

The salad is also very versatile – you can add or subtract ingredients to suit your taste.

CONS

This recipe contains a lot of carbohydrates, so it may not be suitable for those on a low-carb diet.

The serving size is also quite large, so make sure to enjoy it in moderation to avoid consuming excess calories.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

This pasta salad is a great source of carbohydrates, which provide energy for the body.
The artichoke hearts and olives add fiber to the salad, which can help with digestion.
The parmesan cheese is rich in calcium and can help with bone health.

	1 lb tri-color spiral pasta
	1 can artichoke hearts
	1 can pitted olives
	1 jar salsa ( strength you desire )
	grated parmesan cheese