Gazpacho Macaroni Salad

[nverland]

Gazpacho Macaroni Salad

Ingredients

2 c uncooked macaroni
1 10-ounce package of frozen peas or fresh peas
3 medium tomatoes, peeled and chopped
1 c celery, chopped
1 medium cucumber
5 green onions, thinly sliced
6 oz salami, cubed
¼ c parsley, fresh
1/3 c olive oil, extra virgin
¼ c red wine vinegar or apple cider vinegar
1 tsp salt
½ tsp Worcestershire sauce
Hot pepper sauce to taste
1 clove garlic, pressed
Lettuce cups
Ripe olives

Directions

1 Cook macaroni according to directions; rinse in cold water; drain; rinse in cold water; drain again . Place peas in a bowl; cover with boiling water; let stand 1 to 2 minutes; drain.
2 In a bowl, combine macaroni, peas, tomatoes, celery, cucumber, green pepper, onions, salami, and parsley.
3 In a separate bowl, beat together remaining ingredients until well-blended.
Pour over macaroni mixture, toss lightly.
4 Serve in lettuce cups; garnish with olives.

NOTE: macaroni and vegetable mixture may be combined with dressing and chilled 3 hours before serving. Toss before spooning in lettuce cups.