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Pasta Salad with Italian Dressing

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A vibrant bowl of pasta salad with Italian dressing, bursting with colorful veggies and fresh herbs, perfect for any gathering.
Course Salad, side
Cuisine Italian
Keyword Italian dressing, pasta salad, vegetable salad
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Total Time 25 minutes
Servings 4 servings
Calories 250

Ingredients

Pasta and Vegetables

  • 2 cups pasta such as rotini or penne
  • 1 cup cherry tomatoes ripe
  • 1 cup cucumber crisp
  • 1/2 cup red onion thinly sliced
  • 1 cup bell pepper colorful
  • 1/2 cup black olives pitted
  • 1/2 cup Italian dressing zesty
  • 1/4 cup Parmesan cheese grated
  • 1/4 cup fresh basil leaves

Instructions

Preparation

  • Gather your ingredients including pasta, bell peppers, cherry tomatoes, cucumbers, olives, and mozzarella balls.
  • Bring a large pot of salted water to a rolling boil. Add your pasta and cook according to the package instructions, typically around 8 to 10 minutes until al dente. Drain and rinse under cold water.
  • In a large mixing bowl, combine your cooled pasta with the chopped vegetables. Toss in olives and mozzarella.
  • Drizzle your Italian dressing over the salad and mix well.

Notes

This pasta salad is perfect for barbecues, potlucks, or cozy dinners at home.

Nutrition

Serving: 1serving | Calories: 250kcal | Carbohydrates: 30g | Protein: 8g | Fat: 12g | Saturated Fat: 3g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 1g | Monounsaturated Fat: 7g | Cholesterol: 10mg | Sodium: 400mg | Potassium: 300mg | Fiber: 3g | Sugar: 2g | Vitamin A: 15IU | Vitamin C: 25mg | Calcium: 10mg | Iron: 8mg