Ceci Macaroni Salad

Italian Salad Recipes

1/2 lb. elbow macaroni 1 15oz. can ceci 2 tsp. garlic salt 1 tsp. Italian seasoning 1 tsp. oregano 2 Tbsp. fresh basil, chopped 1 cucumber 1/4 c. sun-dried tomatoes 1/4 c. tarragon vinegar 2 Tbsp. olive oil

An Italian twist on the summer picnic macaroni salad. On ceci: Ceci are also known as garbanzo beans or chick peas. Cook elbow macaroni according to package instructions - in plenty of water until firm to the bite (al dente). Drain in a colander and rinse well with cold water. Place rinsed macaroni in a large bowl. Peel cucumber and dice. Place in bowl with macaroni. Drain ceci and rinse. Add to bowl. Stir to combine. Sprinkle with seasonings: garlic salt, Italian seasoning, oregano, fresh basil. Add sun-dried tomatoes. Stir well to combine. Drizzle with vinegar and oil and stir well to coat. Let stand, refrigerated for 2 hours or overnight.

Submitted by Gretchen Grant
Contributed on: Sunday June 24th, 2007 and modified on Thursday May 20th, 2010