Hearty Pasta Salad For Two Recipes

HEARTY PASTA SALAD

Steps:

• Cook pasta according to package directions; drain and rinse in cold water. , In a large bowl, combine the pasta, pastrami, carrot, celery and onion. Combine the mayonnaise, Parmesan cheese, salt, pepper and lemon juice. Add to the pasta mixture; toss to coat. Cover and refrigerate for 1 hour or until serving.

HEARTY VEGETARIAN PASTA SALAD

Steps:

• Cook pasta.
• Combine olive oil, salt and pepper, fresh herbs and chili peppers. Let stand.
• Peel and dice avocado (scoop out small pieces if it's too ripe to chop). Prepare tomato, cheese and peppers.
• When pasta is cooked, drain and rinse under cold water.
• Mix all ingredients in a large bowl, add dressing, and mix well to coat. Serve and enjoy!
• * For a more tangy dressing, add balsamic vinegar to the dressing mixture and blend.

HEARTY PASTA DINNER SALAD

Steps:

• Prepare pasta according to package directions, omitting salt. Drain; set aside. Meanwhile, whisk olive oil, vinegar, salt, and black pepper together in large bowl to make dressing; set aside. Cut franks lengthwise in half; then slice into 1/4-inch-thick half moons.
• Heat large skillet over high heat for 1 minute. Add franks; cook and stir 5 minutes or until lightly browned. Add tomatoes, bell pepper, and peas; cook an additional 5 minutes, stirring occasionally, or until peas are hot and peppers are crisp-tender.
• Place pasta into bowl with prepared dressing. Add frank mixture; toss to coat all with dressing. Serve hot.