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Acini di Pepe Salad

Name: Acini di Pepe Salad
Prep time: 20 min
Total time: 20 min
Yield: 2 servings.
Cuisine: Europe, Italian
Ingredients: 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

6 reviews

Test Kitchen Approved

Total Time

Prep: 20 min. + chilling

Makes

2 servings

Updated: Sep. 13, 2023

Looking for a quick lunch idea? Blend veggies, tiny pasta and juicy pineapple bits to make my favorite acini di pepe salad recipe. —June Herke, Watertown, South Dakota

Acini di Pepe Salad Recipe photo by Taste of Home

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Ingredients

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

Directions

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.