Description
A refreshing Italian pasta salad perfect for picnics, potlucks, or a quick meal. Combines pasta with fresh vegetables, herbs, and a tangy dressing.
Ingredients
Scale
- 8 oz pasta (rotini or penne)
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
- 1/2 cup black olives, sliced
- 1/2 cup red onion, diced
- 1/2 cup bell peppers, diced
- 1/4 cup fresh basil, chopped
- 1/4 cup Italian dressing
- 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Cook pasta according to package instructions. Drain and rinse under cold water.
- In a large bowl, mix cooked pasta with tomatoes, olives, onion, bell peppers, and basil.
- Pour Italian dressing over the salad and toss to coat evenly.
- Sprinkle Parmesan cheese on top and season with salt and pepper.
- Chill for at least 30 minutes before serving.
Notes
- For extra flavor, add grilled chicken or salami.
- Use gluten-free pasta if needed.
- Store leftovers in the fridge for up to 3 days.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Salad
- Method: No-Cook
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup
- Calories: 250
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 450mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 35g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 8g
- Cholesterol: 5mg
