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Kitchen Sink Pasta Salad

Kitchen Sink Pasta Salad
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Discover the vibrant and satisfying Kitchen Sink Pasta Salad, a delightful dish that celebrates a medley of colorful vegetables and hearty chicken sausage. This salad is not only quick to prepare—ready in just 20 minutes—but also incredibly adaptable to suit your personal tastes or what you have on hand. Whether you’re hosting a summer barbecue, planning a picnic, or simply looking for a refreshing dinner option, this pasta salad is sure to impress. With its blend of textures and flavors, it can be enjoyed as a main course or a side dish, making it perfect for any occasion. Whip up this dish today and savor the deliciousness!

Ingredients

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  • 1 pound bow-tie (farfalle) pasta
  • 13 ounces chicken sausage, diced
  • 2/3 cup olive oil
  • 1/3 cup apple cider vinegar
  • 1/2 teaspoon sugar
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1 tablespoon dried basil
  • 1 clove garlic, minced
  • 1 medium red onion, finely diced
  • 1 large green bell pepper, seeded and diced
  • 1 pint grape tomatoes, halved
  • 1 cup shredded parmesan cheese

Instructions

  1. Cook the bow-tie pasta according to package instructions until al dente. Drain and shock in ice water to halt cooking.
  2. In a skillet over medium heat, brown the diced chicken sausage until cooked through. Drain excess fat.
  3. In a mixing bowl, whisk together olive oil, apple cider vinegar, sugar, salt, dried basil, and minced garlic. Stir in the diced red onion.
  4. In a large bowl, combine the cooked pasta, browned chicken sausage, diced bell pepper, grape tomatoes, and shredded parmesan cheese.
  5. Pour dressing over the salad and toss until evenly coated. Adjust seasoning if necessary.

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