Laurie Posted July 19, 2008 Share Posted July 19, 2008 This needs to be a gluten-free, dairy/casein free salad. Here's what I've got so far: Mrs. Leeper's corn pasta black beans (maybe?) black olives red onion cucumber Annie's Naturals roasted red pepper vinaigrette (label says gluten free) I'm going to the store to get peppers. What else would go with this and add some more color? (The pasta is the kind that's colored with vegetables, so there's a bit of variation.) Thanks! :) Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
WTMindy Posted July 19, 2008 Share Posted July 19, 2008 This needs to be a gluten-free, dairy/casein free salad. Here's what I've got so far:Mrs. Leeper's corn pasta black beans (maybe?) black olives red onion cucumber Annie's Naturals roasted red pepper vinaigrette (label says gluten free) I'm going to the store to get peppers. What else would go with this and add some more color? (The pasta is the kind that's colored with vegetables, so there's a bit of variation.) Thanks! :) Orange or yellow bell peppers. (I don't know what casein-free is, so forgive me if this doesn't work.) Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
love2read Posted July 19, 2008 Share Posted July 19, 2008 I like black beans, but I think they might be too heavy for a spiral pasta. I like to add diced green olives with pimentos and pepperoni or chopped bacon instead. The black olives and very thinly sliced red onions or Vidalia onions if you can find them now. Yum. I make my own Italian dressing with olive oil, cider vinegar, some splenda and oregano. It sounds like your good to go ;) Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Alenee Posted July 19, 2008 Share Posted July 19, 2008 How about: Apples Craisins Pecans Bacon :) Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
justme Posted July 19, 2008 Share Posted July 19, 2008 Peas or avacado. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Philothea Posted July 19, 2008 Share Posted July 19, 2008 I always like grape tomatoes, halved in such a salad because they are sweet. Another idea-- some fresh basil or even some baby spinach. Oh, and some sliced almonds :) Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
HSMom2One Posted July 19, 2008 Share Posted July 19, 2008 How about: Apples Craisins Pecans Bacon :) These sound really great. Another addition to this list might be a bit of diced mangoes. Yummmm! Blessings, Lucinda Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Pink Fairy Posted July 19, 2008 Share Posted July 19, 2008 I like to put shrimp, bell pepper, fresh parsley, black olives, and garbonzo beans in my pasta salad. Mmm...Now I'm hungry! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mom to Aly Posted July 19, 2008 Share Posted July 19, 2008 No one has mentioned spices, but rosemary and thyme are my faves, especially rosemary--goes so well with pasta--which I can't eat either! If you are looking for gluten free in the future, check out shiritaki noodles--they are supposed to be the new miracle noodles. Especially shirtaki tofu noodles. These are a plant derivative, almost pure fiber, expand in your stomach so that you become more full after eating them, and are supposed to be great. You don't even have to cook them--just run under hot water. I read something right after I discovered I had diabetes, and I have found it to be very true. Most people don't really like pasta--we like the sauces we put on them. I have found things like spaghetti squash (which I love on its own, or sprayed with that no cal, no fat spray parkay thing), shredded zucchini, etc, is just as good! Same for nachos or pizza (well, pretty much for pizza), I use portabello mushrooms or eggplant--what I really like is the cheese and sauces (although you have to watch tomato sauce for the sugar--just use canned tomatoes)--delicious!!! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
percytruffle Posted July 19, 2008 Share Posted July 19, 2008 Sounds yummy. I'd put in corn, avocado, and cherry tomatoes. Then, sprinkle a little cilantro in too. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rosie_0801 Posted July 21, 2008 Share Posted July 21, 2008 Ever tried putting tinned peaches in pasta salad? I've got a yummy recipe for this, with ham, a small amount of salad greens and a mustard vinigarette. I always make this one for Christmas. :) Rosie Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Pam "SFSOM" in TN Posted July 21, 2008 Share Posted July 21, 2008 This needs to be a gluten-free, dairy/casein free salad. Here's what I've got so far:Mrs. Leeper's corn pasta black beans (maybe?) black olives red onion cucumber Annie's Naturals roasted red pepper vinaigrette (label says gluten free) I'm going to the store to get peppers. What else would go with this and add some more color? (The pasta is the kind that's colored with vegetables, so there's a bit of variation.) Thanks! :) Cold cooked broccoli is my favorite addition to pasta salad. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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