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Easy Italian Pasta Salad Recipe

Vibrant Easy Italian Pasta Salad Recipe for Summer Fun

Enjoy this refreshing Easy Italian Pasta Salad Recipe, bursting with flavors, perfect for summer gatherings.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Chilling Time 2 hours
Total Time 2 hours 25 minutes
Servings: 6 servings
Course: Salads
Cuisine: Italian
Calories: 250
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Pasta
  • 8 ounces Tri-Color Rotini Pasta or any preferred pasta shape
For the Vegetables
  • 1 cup Cherry Tomatoes halved
  • 1 cup Green Bell Pepper diced
  • 1/2 cup Red Onion chopped
  • 1/2 cup Black Olives sliced
  • 1/4 cup Fresh Parsley chopped
For the Cheese
  • 1 cup Mozzarella Cheese cubed or pearl
For the Dressing
  • 1/2 cup Italian Dressing homemade preferred
  • 1 teaspoon Italian Seasoning or oregano and thyme
Seasoning
  • to taste Salt
  • to taste Pepper

Equipment

  • large pot
  • Mixing Bowl
  • Baking sheet
  • wooden spoon

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Cook the pasta according to package instructions until al dente. Drain and rinse under cold water.
  2. Combine cherry tomatoes, bell pepper, onion, and olives in a mixing bowl.
  3. Fold in the cooled pasta, mozzarella, and parsley. Season with Italian seasoning, salt, and pepper.
  4. Pour the Italian dressing over the mixture and stir until well coated.
  5. Refrigerate for at least 2 hours to allow flavors to blend and serve chilled.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 250kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 8gFat: 12gSaturated Fat: 5gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 3gCholesterol: 25mgSodium: 300mgPotassium: 350mgFiber: 3gSugar: 2gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 20mgCalcium: 200mgIron: 1.5mg

Notes

For best flavor, make ahead and allow to chill overnight. Customize with your favorite vegetables and proteins.

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