Macaroni Salad

By Hklbrries

This quick side dish is the perfect complement to seared meat.

Ingredients

• 1/3 cup olive oil
• 1/4 cup fresh lemon juice
• 1 tsp salt, divided
• 1/2 tsp pepper, divided
• 2 cups elbow macaroni, cooked
• 3 scallions (white and green parts), chopped fine
• 1 cup halved cherry tomatoes
• 4 oz smoked mozzarella, cut into 1/4-inch cubes
• 1 tsp dried or 1 tbsp fresh oregano

Preparation

Step 1

For dressing, combine oil, lemon juice, and half the salt and pepper in a small bowl. Whisk well; set aside.

In a large serving bowl, combine remaining ingredients; season with rest of salt and pepper.

Toss salad with dressing. Serve either cold or at room temperature.

Nutrition Information:
Per serving
220 calories
22 g carbohydrates
7 g protein
12 g fat
10 mg cholesterol
370 mg sodium
1 g fiber