Acini Di Pepe Pasta Salad Recipes

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ACINI DI PEPE SALAD



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Acini di pepe is the Italian word for peppercorns. Any tiny round-shaped pasta works well in this chilled fruit salad. Great in the summer, but my family asks for it every holiday. Every time I bring this to a party I get requests for the recipe.

Provided by CORTAB0408

Categories     Salad     100+ Pasta Salad Recipes     Fruit Pasta Salad Recipes

Yield 8

Number Of Ingredients 10

1 cup acini di pepe pasta
1 (20 ounce) can crushed pineapple, drained with juice reserved
1 (15 ounce) can mandarin oranges, drained with liquid reserved
1 (8 ounce) container frozen whipped topping, thawed
7 ounces miniature marshmallows
1 cup white sugar
2 eggs, beaten
½ teaspoon salt
3 tablespoons all-purpose flour
1 (10 ounce) jar maraschino cherries, drained

Steps:

  • Bring a large pot of lightly salted water to a boil. Add pasta and cook for 8 to 10 minutes or until al dente. Drain.
  • In medium saucepan, combine reserved liquids from pineapple and oranges (equals about 1 1/2 cups), sugar, eggs, salt and flour. Cook until thick, stirring constantly. When mixture becomes thick, add cooked pasta and refrigerate overnight.
  • The next day, add pineapple and oranges, whipped topping and marshmallows to taste. Mix together and top with cherries if desired. Keep chilled until served.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 487 calories, Carbohydrate 98.7 g, Cholesterol 46.5 mg, Fat 8.9 g, Fiber 1.9 g, Protein 6.6 g, SaturatedFat 6.6 g, Sodium 194.9 mg, Sugar 61.3 g

ACINI DI PEPE SALAD



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Looking for a quick lunch idea? I blend veggies, tiny pasta and juicy pineapple bits into one of my crunchy, creamy acini di pepe recipes. This is my favorite. -June Herke, Watertown, South Dakota

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Lunch

Time 20m

Yield 2 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 10

1/4 cup uncooked acini di pepe pasta
1/4 cup mayonnaise
1/4 cup whipped topping
1 tablespoon finely chopped onion
Dash celery seed
3/4 cup chopped fresh cauliflower
1 snack-size cup (4 ounces) pineapple tidbits, drained
1/3 cup frozen peas, partially thawed
1 tablespoon raisins
Optional: Lettuce leaves and minced fresh parsley

Steps:

  • Cook pasta according to package directions; drain and rinse in cold water. In a small bowl, combine mayonnaise, whipped topping, onion and celery seed. Add cauliflower, pineapple, peas, raisins and pasta; toss to coat. Cover and refrigerate 1 hour. If desired, serve on a lettuce-lined plate and sprinkle with parsley.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 295 calories, Fat 11g fat (3g saturated fat), Cholesterol 11mg cholesterol, Sodium 284mg sodium, Carbohydrate 42g carbohydrate (14g sugars, Fiber 4g fiber), Protein 7g protein.

ACINI DI PEPE PASTA SALAD RECIPE



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Try a new noodle with this acini di pepe pasta salad. Fresh asparagus, corn, tomatoes, and pepe pasta with yogurt, dill and Parmesan dressing.

Provided by Lori Yates

Categories     Pasta

Time 25m

Number Of Ingredients 11

4 ounces acini di pepe pasta
2 tablespoons unsalted butter
1 leek (white and light green parts only), halved lengthwise and thinly sliced
1/2 bunch asparagus, cut into 1-inch pieces
1 cup Greek yogurt
1/2 cup shredded Parmesan cheese
2 teaspoons chopped fresh dill
1/2 teaspoon kosher salt
1/4 teaspoon ground black pepper
1 cup corn kernels
1 cup grape tomatoes, halved

Steps:

  • In large pot of boiling salted water, cook pasta according to package instructions, then drain.
  • Meanwhile, in large skillet, heat butter over medium-high heat. Add leek and cook 1 minute, stirring frequently. Add asparagus and cook 5 to 7 minutes or until tender-crisp, stirring occasionally.
  • In large bowl, stir together yogurt, cheese, dill, salt and pepper. Add corn, tomatoes, pasta and asparagus mixture; toss until well combined. Refrigerate at least 2 hours or up to 2 days before serving.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 223 calories, Carbohydrate 23 grams carbohydrates, Cholesterol 25 milligrams cholesterol, Fat 10 grams fat, Fiber 2 grams fiber, Protein 13 grams protein, SaturatedFat 6 grams saturated fat, ServingSize 1, Sodium 354 milligrams sodium, Sugar 5 grams sugar, TransFat 0 grams trans fat, UnsaturatedFat 3 grams unsaturated fat

ACINI DI PEPE SALAD



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Provided by Food Network

Categories     side-dish

Time 26m

Yield 6 servings

Number Of Ingredients 11

1 1/2 cups acini di pepe pasta, or any small pasta such as orzo
1/2 cup extra-virgin olive oil
1/2 cup red wine vinegar
2 teaspoons kosher salt
1 cup red grape tomatoes, halved
1 cup yellow grape tomatoes, halved
1/2 cup pine nuts, toasted
1 cup finely sliced radicchio
1/2 cup finely diced red onion
1 1/2 cups basil leaves, torn into large pieces
1 cup crumbled feta cheese

Steps:

  • Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Cook the pasta for about 6 minutes or until tender. Drain and rinse under cold water to stop the cooking process.
  • Toss the pasta with the olive oil, red wine vinegar, and salt. Fold in the tomatoes, pine nuts, radicchio, onion, and basil. Sprinkle with the feta cheese.
  • Serve at room temperature.

ACINI DI PEPE SALAD



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Make and share this Acini Di Pepe Salad recipe from Food.com.

Provided by Ingy1171

Categories     European

Time 26m

Yield 6-8 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 11

1 1/2 cups acini di pepe pasta or 1 1/2 cups any small pasta such as orzo pasta
1/2 cup extra virgin olive oil
1/2 cup red wine vinegar
2 teaspoons kosher salt
1 cup red grape tomatoes, halved
1 cup yellow grape tomatoes, halved
1/2 cup pine nuts, toasted
1 cup finely sliced radicchio
1/2 cup finely diced red onion
1 1/2 cups basil leaves, torn into large pieces
1 cup crumbled feta cheese

Steps:

  • Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Cook the pasta for about 6 minutes or until tender. Drain and rinse under cold water to stop the cooking process.
  • Toss the pasta with the olive oil, red wine vinegar, and salt. Fold in the tomatoes, pine nuts, radicchio, onion, and basil.
  • Sprinkle with the feta cheese.
  • Serve at room temperature.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 480.1, Fat 32, SaturatedFat 6.9, Cholesterol 22.2, Sodium 870.3, Carbohydrate 38.8, Fiber 3.4, Sugar 2.9, Protein 11.8

ACINI DI PEPE SALAD



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A recipe from my Aunt Patty. There are recipes like this on 'Zaar, but this is a bit different in it's preparation and ingredients. An ambrosia type salad, this is good for a winter dessert or a summer barbeque. Cooking time includes refrigeration.

Provided by BothFex

Categories     Fruit

Time P1DT1h5m

Yield 1 Large Salad

Number Of Ingredients 9

1 lb acini di pepe pasta (look in the latin section of your grocery)
1 3/4 cups pineapple juice
1 cup sugar
1/2 teaspoon salt
2 tablespoons flour
3 beaten eggs
3 -4 cups chopped fruit (grapes, Mandarin oranges, pears, and peaches are good)
16 ounces Cool Whip
chopped nuts (optional)

Steps:

  • Cook pasta per box directions. Drain and rinse when done then set aside to cool.
  • Heat pineapple juice, sugar, salt, flour, and eggs over medium heat. Bring to a boil, stirring until mixture thickens. Set aside to cool.
  • When both pasta and pineapple juice mixture are cool, combine them then refrigerate in an airtight container overnight.
  • Next day: stir in fruit and nuts (if desired). Fold in Cool-Whip. Refrigerate until ready to serve. Makes enough for a big crowd!

Nutrition Facts : Calories 4417.6, Fat 137.3, SaturatedFat 104.8, Cholesterol 634.5, Sodium 1518, Carbohydrate 714.4, Fiber 15.9, Sugar 357.3, Protein 87.2

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