Italian Pasta Salad
Italian Pasta Salad is the ultimate crowd-pleaser, bursting with vibrant colors and fresh flavors. This refreshing dish combines al dente rotini pasta, juicy cherry tomatoes, creamy mozzarella, and zesty pepperoni, all tossed in a tangy Italian dressing. Perfect for picnics, potlucks, or as a light meal on warm days, this salad is not only quick to prepare but also highly customizable to suit your taste. With its delightful crunch from fresh vegetables and rich cheese, every bite offers a satisfying experience that will leave your guests asking for more. Enjoy this versatile pasta salad chilled for optimal flavor development!
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 25 minutes
- Yield: Serves approximately 8 people 1x
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Mixing
- Cuisine: Italian
Ingredients
Scale
- 16 oz rotini pasta
- 2 cups cherry tomatoes (halved)
- ½ pound mozzarella cheese (cubed)
- 4 oz pepperoni (cut in half)
- 1 green bell pepper (diced)
- 1 can black olives (6 oz, drained)
- 8 oz Italian dressing
- 6 oz shredded Parmesan cheese
Instructions
- Boil the rotini pasta in a large pot of salted water according to package instructions until al dente. Drain and rinse under cold water.
- In a large mixing bowl, combine the cooled pasta with cherry tomatoes, mozzarella cubes, halved pepperoni, diced bell pepper, and drained black olives.
- Pour Italian dressing over the pasta mixture and toss until all ingredients are evenly coated.
- Stir in shredded Parmesan cheese until well mixed.
- Chill in the refrigerator for at least one hour before serving.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (approximately 250g)
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 650mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 12g
- Cholesterol: 30mg
Find it online: https://quickmealhouse.com/italian-pasta-salad/