Side dishe for 10
Italian Veggie Pasta Salad
$3.14for 420 minServes 10
Elbow macaroni and crisp vegetables are tossed with a tangy oil, vinegar, garlic, and Italian seasoning dressing.

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What it costs
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| Ingredient | Amount | Cost | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Pasta, 11 oz$0.10/oz typical | 11 oz | $1.05Typical price | |
| Cherry and grape tomatoes, 8 oz$0.30/oz typical | 8 oz | $2.38Typical price | |
| Bell peppers, 0.45 lb$2.49/lb typical | 0.45 lb | $1.17Typical price | |
| Broccoli, 0.3 lb$1.99/lb typical | 0.3 lb | $0.56Typical price | |
| Cucumbers, 0.5$0.89 each typical | 0.5 | $0.45Typical price | |
| Parmesan, 0.25 oz$0.55/oz typical | 0.25 oz | $0.14Typical price | |
| Total for the servings shown | $7.86 | ||
Swaps
- Swap pasta for egg noodlesabout $0.04/oz more at typical prices
Pantry staples you likely have
Salt and pepperCooking spray, shortening, ghee, coconut and sesame oilVinegarDried spices (cumin, paprika, chili powder, oregano)
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- 20 minstart to table
- Easydifficulty
- 10servings as written
- $typical cost tier
AmericanVegetarianKid-friendlyBudgetSide dishesBack to schoolSummer
$0.79 per serving$3.14 for 4
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Ingredients
- 3 cups elbow macaroni
- 1 1/2 cups cherry tomatoes
- 1 1/2 cups diced bell peppers
- 1 1/2 cups chopped broccoli florets
- 1/2 a large seedless cucumber
- finely grated parmesan or feta cheese for topping (optional)
- salt and pepper
- 1/2 cup extra virgin olive oil
- 1/2 cup white vinegar
- 2 tbsp mrs dash italian seasoning (optional)
- 1 tbsp garlic powder
- 1/4 tsp salt (optional)
- 1/5 tsp freshly ground black pepper
Steps
- Boil the macaroni in a large pot of salted water for 8 to 10 minutes, until tender.
- Chop the tomatoes, bell peppers, broccoli, and cucumber while the pasta cooks.
- Whisk the olive oil, vinegar, garlic powder, Italian seasoning, salt, and pepper in a large bowl.
- Drain the macaroni, rinse it with cool water, and drain well.
- Toss the pasta and vegetables with the dressing, then top with parmesan or feta if using.
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