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Best Ever Italian Pasta Salad

Best Ever Italian Pasta Salad for Flavor-Packed Gatherings

Best Ever Italian Pasta Salad is a colorful and flavorful dish perfect for gatherings.
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Chill Time 30 minutes
Total Time 50 minutes
Servings: 8 servings
Course: PASTA
Cuisine: Italian
Calories: 320

Ingredients
  

For the Pasta
  • 16 oz rotini pasta cook according to package instructions for perfect al dente texture
For the Salad
  • 2 cups cherry tomatoes, halved adds vibrant color and a juicy burst of flavor
  • 0.5 pound mozzarella cheese, cubed brings a delightful creaminess to every bite
  • 4 oz pepperoni, cut in half for a savory, slightly spicy kick
  • 1 medium green bell pepper, diced adds a refreshing crunch
  • 6 oz black olives, drained offers a briny contrast
For the Dressing
  • 8 oz Italian Dressing weaves all the flavors together
For the Topping
  • 6 oz shredded Parmesan cheese sprinkle on top for a salty finish

Equipment

  • Large pot
  • mixing bowl
  • Plastic wrap

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Bring a large pot of salted water to boil and add the rotini pasta. Cook according to package instructions until al dente, usually around 8-10 minutes, then drain and let cool.
  2. In a large mixing bowl, combine the cooled pasta, halved cherry tomatoes, cubed mozzarella cheese, halved pepperoni, diced green bell pepper, and drained black olives. Stir gently to avoid crushing the ingredients.
  3. Pour the Italian dressing over the pasta mixture, then toss everything together carefully, ensuring each piece of pasta is well coated.
  4. Sprinkle the shredded Parmesan cheese over the top of the salad. Gently mix again to distribute the cheese throughout the salad.
  5. Cover the pasta salad with plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes to allow the flavors to meld together beautifully before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 320kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 12gFat: 18gSaturated Fat: 7gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 9gCholesterol: 30mgSodium: 900mgPotassium: 400mgFiber: 3gSugar: 4gVitamin A: 800IUVitamin C: 35mgCalcium: 250mgIron: 2mg

Notes

Optional: Garnish with fresh basil or parsley for added color and flavor.

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