Patrick's Artichoke Pasta Salad Recipe

This vibrant and flavorful artichoke pasta salad is a true culinary masterpiece! Months in the making, this unique recipe boasts a creamy Italian dressing that's bright, fresh, and utterly delicious. Perfect as a side dish for barbecues, potlucks, or alongside fried chicken or pork chops, this salad is a crowd-pleaser. Featuring a secret ingredient – Dee514's spectacular Italian spice blend (Recipe #38293) – this recipe delivers an explosion of taste in every bite. For a festive St. Patrick's Day twist, use green spinach pasta! Get ready to impress your guests with this unforgettable pasta salad.

Prep Time 25 mins

Cook Time 40 mins

Calories 175.6 kcal

Protein 10g

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Ingredients for Patrick's Artichoke Pasta Salad

Rotini Pasta
1 cup chopped pimientos
1 (14-ounce) can artichoke hearts, drained and quartered
2 tablespoons Dee514's Italian spice blend (Recipe #38293)
Italian Salad Dressing Mix
Extra Virgin Olive Oil
White Wine Vinegar
1 tablespoon water
1 tablespoon sugar
Parmesan Cheese
1/2 cup sliced black olives
1/2 cup mayonnaise

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How to Make Patrick's Artichoke Pasta Salad

Cook 1 pound of pasta al dente according to package directions. Drain and set aside in a large mixing bowl.
Add 1 cup chopped pimientos, 1 (14-ounce) can artichoke hearts (drained and quartered), and 1/2 cup sliced black olives to the pasta.
In a small bowl, whisk together 2 tablespoons of Dee514's Italian spice blend (Recipe #38293), 1 packet (1 ounce) Italian dressing mix, 1/4 cup olive oil, 2 tablespoons red wine vinegar, 1 tablespoon water, and 1 tablespoon sugar.
Stir in 1/2 cup mayonnaise. (If using a blender, add mayonnaise last.)
Pour the dressing over the pasta mixture and toss to coat.
Stir in 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese. Cover and refrigerate for at least 2 hours before serving to allow flavors to meld.
Garnish with extra Parmesan cheese before serving, if desired.

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

8 g

Sugar

Fat

Carbs

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Frequently Asked Questions

How long does it take to make Patrick's Artichoke Pasta Salad?

Patrick's Artichoke Pasta Salad takes about 65 minutes from start to finish — roughly 25 minutes to prepare and 40 minutes to cook.

How many calories are in Patrick's Artichoke Pasta Salad?

Patrick's Artichoke Pasta Salad has approximately 175.6 calories per serving, with about 10 g protein, 9 g carbohydrates and 8 g fat.

What ingredients do I need for Patrick's Artichoke Pasta Salad?

The key ingredients for Patrick's Artichoke Pasta Salad are Rotini Pasta, Pimientos, Artichoke Hearts, Italian Spices, Italian Salad Dressing Mix, Extra Virgin Olive Oil. See the full list with measurements above.