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Californians are fond of cookouts. This salad travels well to picnics, the beach or potluck suppers. Not only that...people love it when it gets there!
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Nutritional Facts 1 serving (3/4 cup) equals 257 calories, 13 g fat (2 g saturated fat), 1 mg cholesterol, 567 mg sodium, 30 g carbohydrate, 2 g fiber, 6 g protein.
Originally published as California Pasta Salad in Country Extra September 1992, p47
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Reviewed on Jun. 28, 2011 by tiger976
I made this around 7 hours ago, couldn't wait until tomorrow to give it the taste test. Very good and will make this again, even though I forgot to add the tomatoes. I only used 1/2 of a huge red onion and 1 can of olives, major blunder. Should have followed the recipe. At this time the only thing that lacks is salt. Next time I make this I might try garlic salt instead of garlic powder. Thanks for sharing.
Reviewed on Sep. 28, 2010 by Jinker1
This is the only pasta salad I make because it is always a hit wherever I take it. I always use Ken's Italian dressing with romano cheese and I think that is why it is so good. I sprinkle additional shredded parmesan cheese over the top before serving.
Reviewed on Feb. 03, 2010 by daisey5
The only change I made was to use fat free dressing to make it a little healthier. It was super good!!
Reviewed on Oct. 05, 2009 by cwbuff
This is a great salad! After cooking and draining the pasta, toss it with 3 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil. I added leftover ham for a great main dish salad, although I think it looks and tastes better if you serve it right away, not the next day. Served right away, it looks really appetizing!
Reviewed on Aug. 18, 2008 by lisa53202
I made this for a gathering this past weekend, and a lot of people commented on how good it was.
Reviewed on Jan. 04, 2008 by FriedaG
This is my family's favorite pasta salad. No matter how many times I make it, it always goes fast and soon someone asks me: "When are you going to fix that California Pasta Salad again?"
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