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It is pretty to look at and tastes fresh and light.  I did think the dressing lacked a little zip, so will try adding garlic and balsamic next time.  Good salad.","reviewRating":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Rating","ratingValue":4,"worstRating":1,"bestRating":5}},{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Review","datePublished":"2016-08-11","author":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Person","name":"char04us"},"reviewBody":"This was an ok recipe.   You have to eat it right away.  Not to good as a leftover meal.  I added fresh tomatoes from our garden.","reviewRating":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Rating","ratingValue":3,"worstRating":1,"bestRating":5}},{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Review","datePublished":"2017-04-02","author":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Person","name":"nancyreino"},"reviewBody":"We thought this was excellent. Like many others, I added minced garlic to the dressing. 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I think next time I will use some minced garlic.","reviewRating":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Rating","ratingValue":4,"worstRating":1,"bestRating":5}},{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Review","datePublished":"2013-04-21","author":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Person","name":"kokipelli"},"reviewBody":"Easy to make, very tasty, makes a lot, will use it as left overs.yummm","reviewRating":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Rating","ratingValue":5,"worstRating":1,"bestRating":5}},{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Review","datePublished":"2013-04-22","author":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Person","name":"dihiggins"},"reviewBody":"A fresh and deliciously easy recipe. Just add a little garlic to the dressing.","reviewRating":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Rating","ratingValue":5,"worstRating":1,"bestRating":5}},{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Review","datePublished":"2013-04-23","author":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Person","name":"PinkTulips"},"reviewBody":"Made this twice for a big gathering over the weekend.  The first version by following the recipe exactly.  It was OK.I liked the concept and had to make a second batch, so made it again with a bit of a twist  ?  I made a basic Italian salad dressing from scratch and added some great olives from an Italian deli.Everyone definitely liked the second version better.  The dressing had more depth and was tastier with the veggies and pasta.  Be sure to use a quality imported Parmigiano-Reggiano and really good olive oil for the dressing  ?  makes all the difference.A pesto vinaigrette would work really well with this too!","reviewRating":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Rating","ratingValue":4,"worstRating":1,"bestRating":5}},{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Review","datePublished":"2013-04-23","author":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Person","name":"PinkTulips"},"reviewBody":"Me again...Don't know where the question marks came from.  I typed a long hyphen.","reviewRating":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Rating","ratingValue":4,"worstRating":1,"bestRating":5}},{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Review","datePublished":"2013-04-24","author":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Person","name":"julieehle"},"reviewBody":"Delicious! I cut the recipe in half for my smaller family and still have leftovers for lunch tomorrow, yeah! I added minced garlic and a splash of balsamic vinegar to the dressing  and some diced grilled chicken breast and served with rolls for a complete meal. A keeper, quick and easy.","reviewRating":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Rating","ratingValue":5,"worstRating":1,"bestRating":5}},{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Review","datePublished":"2013-04-21","author":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Person","name":"Kim Berger","givenName":"Kim","familyName":"Berger"},"reviewBody":"This looks spectacular-planned to make it today..but the measurement for the pasta I think should be 1-1\/2 cups not pounds. I'll report back!","reviewRating":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Rating","ratingValue":5,"worstRating":1,"bestRating":5}},{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Review","datePublished":"2013-07-04","author":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Person","name":"w0witsNikki"},"reviewBody":"The flavor combo sounded odd at first, but I've been making this for 7+ years now and it's hands down my favorite pasta salad of all time. It's always a hit at gatherings - so flavorful and unique!","reviewRating":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Rating","ratingValue":5,"worstRating":1,"bestRating":5}},{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Review","datePublished":"2014-05-18","author":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Person","name":"Anderson38"},"reviewBody":"We loved it.","reviewRating":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Rating","ratingValue":5,"worstRating":1,"bestRating":5}},{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Review","datePublished":"2013-04-21","author":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Person","name":"fredaevans"},"reviewBody":"Just read the other ratings; 1.5 pounds of dry pasta is WAAAAY over kill. One pound at the very most.","reviewRating":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Rating","ratingValue":5,"worstRating":1,"bestRating":5}},{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Review","datePublished":"2014-09-21","author":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Person","name":"LBAlba"},"reviewBody":"This has become a family side dish favorite.","reviewRating":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Rating","ratingValue":4,"worstRating":1,"bestRating":5}},{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Review","datePublished":"2015-05-08","author":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Person","name":"Beema"},"reviewBody":"I read the reviews before making this recipe, and decided to add the garlic, and I also added some horseradish.  Supreme! I sized it down to serve just two; easy to do with this recipe. And for those who cannot eat nuts, not to worry.. just eliminate them and the end result is still an outstanding salad.","reviewRating":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Rating","ratingValue":5,"worstRating":1,"bestRating":5}},{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Review","datePublished":"2016-03-27","author":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Person","name":"zippee-0415"},"reviewBody":"Awesome!  As suggested in some reviews, I added garlic and a splash of balsamic vinegar to the dressing.  We had grilled chicken breasts with it and cut the chicken into tiny pieces to eat with the salad in each bite.  I  baked the asparagus for 20 minutes, it didn't look ready after 8-10 minutes.  Made a lot! This tastes good cold next day, too.","reviewRating":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Rating","ratingValue":5,"worstRating":1,"bestRating":5}},{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Review","datePublished":"2013-04-21","author":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Person","name":"fredaevans"},"reviewBody":"SERIOUSLY GOOD EATS. Only thing I do to 'Kick it up a knotch' is (at the very end of the pasta boil) is toss in a bag of frozen mixed veggies. You want them cooked, but crunchie. Too much? Not to worry, this dish freezes very well. Micro wave to warm and 'dig in' for a quick lunch.","reviewRating":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Rating","ratingValue":5,"worstRating":1,"bestRating":5}},{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Review","datePublished":"2013-04-21","author":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Person","name":"doofy"},"reviewBody":"This pasta salad is excellent & serves a large group. The 1-1\/2 pounds (24 oz.) of pasta is correct. A serving of pasta is 2 oz., since the recipe feeds 12, 24 oz. is the right amount. Hope this helps.","reviewRating":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Rating","ratingValue":5,"worstRating":1,"bestRating":5}},{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Review","datePublished":"2013-04-21","author":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Person","name":"manchesterunited"},"reviewBody":"I read it as one half pound of pasta? 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