Publix Caesar Pasta Salad Recipe
This Publix Caesar Pasta Salad Recipe brings together the comforting familiarity of shell pasta with the savory kick of Caesar dressing.
Ingredients
- 12 ounces Frozen Spinach
- 15 ounces Artichoke Hearts, Drained
- 1 pound Shell Pasta
- 1 cup Sliced Kalamata Olives
- ¼ cup Shredded Parmesan Cheese
- 1 ½ cups Caesar Dressing
- Drizzle Of Olive Oil
- Salt And Pepper To Taste
Instructions
- In a large pot, boil 4-6 quarts of water with a pinch of salt.
- Stir the small shell pasta gently into the boiling water.
- For "al dente" pasta, let it boil uncovered for about 8 minutes, stirring occasionally.
- After the pasta is cooked, remove it from the heat and drizzle a bit of olive oil over it.
- Toss the grated Parmesan cheese thoroughly with the artichokes, spinach, sliced olives, Caesar dressing, salt, pepper, and freshly chopped parsley in a large bowl.
- For enhanced flavor, refrigerate the prepared pasta salad for at least 2 hours, or better overnight.
- Enjoy your homemade Publix Caesar pasta salad!
Notes
- Cook pasta al dente to avoid mushiness.
- Cool pasta thoroughly to prevent quick dressing absorption.
- Drizzle olive oil to keep the pasta from sticking and ease tossing.
- The dressing should be added just before serving to maintain freshness.
- Use fresh, crisp, and colorful veggies and herbs.
- It is recommended to chill the pasta salad for at least an hour before serving.
- Add cheese just before serving to prevent it from softening.