Description
Angel Hair Pasta Salad is a light, flavorful dish featuring tender angel hair pasta, fresh vegetables, and a creamy dressing. Ideal for picnics, barbecues, or meal prepping, this easy-to-make recipe is a crowd-pleaser and can be customized with your favorite ingredients.
Ingredients
1 16 oz package angel hair pasta
1 can black olives (3.8 oz), sliced
2 cups carrots, shaved
1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved (grape tomatoes also work)
1 cup mayonnaise (adjust to your preference)
1 cup Italian salad dressing
1 tablespoon Cavender’s Greek seasoning (can add 1–2 tablespoons to taste)
Instructions
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Cook the Pasta:
Cook the angel hair pasta according to the package directions. Drain the pasta and rinse it under cold water to cool it down and stop the cooking process. -
Combine the Ingredients:
In a large mixing bowl, combine the cooled pasta, sliced black olives, shaved carrots, halved cherry tomatoes, mayonnaise, Italian salad dressing, and Cavender’s Greek seasoning. -
Mix Well:
Stir everything together very well, ensuring that the pasta and vegetables are evenly coated with the dressing and seasoning. -
Chill:
Cover the bowl and refrigerate for at least one hour to allow the flavors to meld together. While you can serve it immediately, letting it chill enhances the flavor. -
Serve:
Once chilled, give the salad a quick stir and serve. Store any leftovers in the refrigerator.
Notes
This salad can be made ahead of time, and the flavors develop even further as it sits in the fridge.
For more creaminess, add extra mayonnaise or combine with sour cream or Greek yogurt.
To add crunch, toss in some nuts like slivered almonds or walnuts.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 1 hour
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: No-cook
- Cuisine: American
