Cajun Pasta Salad

For the creole seasoning

4 teaspoons garlic powder

4 teaspoons onion powder

2 tablespoons paprika powder

1 tablespoon dried thyme

2 teaspoons dried oregano

2 teaspoons dried basil

2 teaspoons cayenne pepper (to taste, depending on your preferred heat levels)

1 1/2 teaspoons salt

1 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper

Put into an airtight container and shake thoroughly

for the dressing:

1/2 c. mayonnaise

1 tbsp. fresh lemon juice

2 tbs olive oil

2 tbs creole seasoning (see above recipe)

For the pasta salad

1 large red bell pepper, chopped

1 large green bell pepper, chopped

2 green onions, thinly sliced

2 celery stalks, thinly sliced

2 cups grilled protein of choice

12oz bowties/rotini/penne (any of those work here)

- Cook pasta according to package directions, drain, and rinse and cool.

- mix dressing

-combine pasta, protein and vegetables into a bowl, along with dressing and toss to coat.

-Refrigerate until ready to serve

0 Kudos

Displaying 0 of 0 comments ( View all | Add Comment )