How to Make Pickled Mostaccioli - A Step-by-Step Guide

Mostaccioli is a classic Italian pasta shape, known for its large, tubular noodles that are perfect for holding onto rich sauces and bold flavors. In this recipe, we're taking the traditional mostaccioli and giving it a unique twist by pickling it. This pickled mostaccioli is a versatile and delicious dish that can be enjoyed on its own as a light and refreshing snack, or used as an interesting addition to salads, sandwiches, and charcuterie boards.

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Ingredients

  • 1 (16 ounce) package mostaccioli pasta
  • 1 ½ cups white vinegar
  • 1 ½ cups white sugar
  • 2 tablespoons prepared yellow mustard
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1 teaspoon ground black pepper
  • 1 teaspoon dried parsley
  • 1 medium onion, quartered
  • 1 medium cucumber, diced

Information

  • Prep Time: 30 mins
  • Cook Time: 10 mins
  • Total Time: 40 mins
  • Servings: 12
  • Yield: 12 servings

  • Bring a large pot of lightly salted water to a boil. Add the pasta, and cook for 8 to 10 minutes, until tender. Drain and cool, then transfer to a large bowl.
  • In a blender or large food processor, combine the vinegar, sugar, mustard, garlic powder, salt, pepper, parsley, onion and cucumber. Puree until it forms a smooth sauce, about 3 minutes.
  • Pour over the pasta, and stir to coat evenly. Cover, and refrigerate for 3 days before serving. Stir once a day.
  • Nutrition

    240 cal.

    • Total Fat: 1g
    • Saturated Fat: 0g
    • Sodium: 226mg
    • Total Carbohydrate: 54g
    • Dietary Fiber: 2g
    • Total Sugars: 27g
    • Protein: 5g
    • Vitamin C: 1mg
    • Calcium: 16mg
    • Iron: 1mg
    • Potassium: 118mg