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Zesty Italian Pasta Salad


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  • Author: Jennifer
  • Total Time: 25 minutes
  • Yield: Serves 6

Description

Zesty Italian Pasta Salad is a vibrant and refreshing dish that brings the flavors of summer to your table. Bursting with colorful vegetables, rotini pasta, and a zesty dressing, this salad is perfect for picnics, barbecues, or as an easy meal prep option. With its bold flavors and delightful textures, it’s sure to be a hit at any gathering or as a quick weekday meal. Enjoy the taste of Italy in just a few simple steps!


Ingredients

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  • 8 oz rotini pasta
  • 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
  • 1 cup cucumber, diced
  • 1 cup bell peppers (any color), diced
  • ½ cup black olives, sliced
  • ½ cup red onion, thinly sliced
  • ½ cup Italian dressing (store-bought or homemade)

Instructions

  1. Cook the rotini pasta according to package instructions until al dente. Drain and rinse under cold water to cool.
  2. While the pasta cooks, chop the cherry tomatoes, cucumber, bell peppers, black olives, and red onion.
  3. In a large mixing bowl, combine the cooled pasta with all chopped vegetables.
  4. Pour in the Italian dressing and toss until everything is well coated.
  5. Cover and chill in the refrigerator for at least one hour before serving.
  6. Serve cold and enjoy!
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 10 minutes
  • Category: Salad
  • Method: Mixing
  • Cuisine: Italian

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 cup (200g)
  • Calories: 280
  • Sugar: 3g
  • Sodium: 450mg
  • Fat: 10g
  • Saturated Fat: 1g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 8g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 38g
  • Fiber: 3g
  • Protein: 6g
  • Cholesterol: 0mg