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Italian Pasta Salad: An Incredible 7-Ingredient Recipe


  • Author: Luna
  • Total Time: 25 minutes

Ingredients

– 12 ounces rotini pasta
– 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
– 1 cup cucumber, diced
– 1 cup bell pepper, diced (mix of red and green)
– 1 cup mozzarella cheese, cubed
– 1/2 cup black olives, sliced
– 1/2 cup Italian dressing (store-bought or homemade)


Instructions

Making Italian Pasta Salad is incredibly easy. Follow these simple steps for a delicious dish:

1. Cook the Pasta: Boil salted water in a large pot. Add the rotini pasta and cook according to package instructions. Drain and rinse under cold water to cool it down.

2. Prepare the Vegetables: While the pasta cooks, chop the cherry tomatoes, cucumber, and bell peppers. Slice the black olives and cube the mozzarella cheese.

3. Combine Ingredients: In a large mixing bowl, add the cooled pasta, chopped vegetables, mozzarella cheese, and olives.

4. Dress the Salad: Pour the Italian dressing over the salad mixture.

5. Toss and Coat: Gently toss all the ingredients together until the dressing evenly coats everything.

6. Chill: For best flavor, cover and refrigerate the salad for at least 15 minutes before serving.

7. Serve: Give it a gentle toss before serving to ensure the dressing is mixed well.

These steps will guide you to create an incredible Italian Pasta Salad that your friends and family will adore!

  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 10 minutes

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 6
  • Calories: 330 kcal
  • Fat: 14g
  • Protein: For a heartier salad, incorporate proteins such as grilled chicken, salami, or chickpeas. This makes the salad more filling and nutritious.