Gazpacho Macaroni Salad
Although gazpacho is traditionally an uncooked soup of pureed fresh vegetables, this recipe combines the chopped vegetables with pasta in the form of a salad. prep time does not include marinating time.
Steps
Cook pasta according to package directions , omitting salt.
Drain and rinse well under cold water until pasta is cool.
Drain well.
Combine pasta and remaining ingredients in a medium bowl.
Cover and refrigerate 4 hours for flavors to blend.
Remove bay leaf before serving.
Garnish with whole olives , cucumber slices and dill sprigs , if desired.
Can be served chilled or at room temperature.
Ingredients
macaroni, tomatoes, red onion, cucumber, celery, green bell pepper, red bell pepper, black olives, cider vinegar, bay leaf, fresh parsley, fresh thyme, garlic clove, hot pepper sauce, ground black pepper, olive, dill sprigs