Marinated Pasta Salad
A vibrant, tangy pasta salad featuring marinated twist macaroni, colorful vegetables, and savory olives, perfect for potlucks, picnics, or casual gatherings.
Ingredients
Instructions
- Cook the twist macaroni according to package instructions, then drain and rinse with cold water.
- In a bowl, combine vinegar, sugar, mustard, pepper, garlic powder, and parsley flakes to make the marinade.
- Place the cooked pasta in a large bowl and pour the marinade over it.
- Add chopped pimento, diced cucumber, sliced mushrooms, and drained stuffed olives to the pasta.
- Stir well to coat all ingredients with the marinade.
- Refrigerate overnight, stirring several times during the first few hours to ensure seasonings are evenly distributed before serving.
Nutrition & Diet Analysis (per serving)
192
kcal
10% DV
Protein
Fat
Carbs
Diet fit
High-fiber
Under 400 cal
Low-fat
Estimated from ingredients & per-serving nutrition — verify against package labels for allergies or strict diets.
* % Daily Values based on a 2,000 calorie diet (FDA 2020).
Nutrition is estimated from USDA FoodData Central ingredient data and may vary with brand, portion and preparation — see our methodology. This information is for general educational purposes only and is not medical or dietary advice (disclaimer).