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Marinated Macaroni Salad

Marinated Macaroni Salad

Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
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Servings

6 Servings

Ingredients

  • 3 tablespoons Olive oil
  • 6 clove Garlic quartered lengthwise
  • 1/3 cup Red wine vinegar
  • 2 tablespoons Oregano chopped
  • 1 tablespoon Thyme chopped
  • 1 1/2 teaspoons Kosher salt
  • 1/4-1/2 teaspoon Crushed red pepper flakes
  • 6 cups Cooked elbow macaroni pasta
  • 2 cups Red bell peppers Coarsely chopped roasted (1-inch)
  • 2 cups Arugula leaves
  • 1 cup California Ripe Olives wedged
  • 1 cup Diced smoked mozzarella 1/4-inch

Instructions

Preparation

  • 1 Heat oil in a small sauté pan over medium heat.2 Add garlic, turn heat to low and cook for 4-6 minutes, stirring occasionally, until evenly golden.3  Remove from heat. Allow oil to cool for 3-4 minutes, then whisk in red wine vinegar, oregano, thyme, salt and pepper flakes.4  Set aside. In a large mixing bowl, combine pasta, peppers, arugula, California Ripe Olives and smoked mozzarella.5 Add red wine garlic dressing and toss until evenly coated.6  Allow to marinate for 30 minutes, then serve cold or at room temperature.
  • Source: California Olive