Tuesday, November 1, 2011

Teriyaki Pasta Salad

I like to call this Teriyaki Pasta Salad since it gives a better description of what is in it.  The friend and link I received it from calls it Tuxedo Salad.  I rarely add the sesame seeds and green onions just because I don't usually have those on hand.  And I like to use some of the teriyaki sauce to marinate the chicken and grill it.

Dressing:
1 cup oil
2/3 cup Teriyaki Sauce
6 Tbsp sugar
2/3 cup vinegar
1/2 tsp salt
1/2 tsp pepper

Salad:
16 oz. bow tie pasta
Add pasta to the salad dressing and marinade in the fridge for a few hours

Add:
10oz pkg fresh baby spinach
6 oz. craisins
3 (11oz.) cans mandarin oranges, drained
1 bunch chopped green onions
1/4 cup sesame seeds
6 oz honey roasted peanuts
1 bag grilled chicken strips or teriyaki chicken strips

This recipe makes a huge amount of salad, but if you half it you end up with half a can/bag of most of the ingredients. Also, make sure you've got a BIG bowl to mix it all together in. Enjoy!

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