Italian Pasta Salad
A refreshing and customizable salad made with pasta and fresh vegetables, perfect for warm days and gatherings.
Ingredients
Main Ingredients
- 8 oz Pasta (such as rotini or penne)
- 1 cup Cherry tomatoes
- 1 cup Cucumber, diced
- 1 cup Bell peppers, diced
- 1/2 cup Red onion, diced
- 6 oz Salami, slices
- 8 oz Mozzarella cheese, diced or other cheese of choice
- 1/2 cup Black olives, sliced
- 1/2 cup Italian dressing
- to taste Salt to taste
- to taste Pepper to taste
Instructions
Preparation
- Cook the pasta according to package instructions, then drain and let cool.
- In a large bowl, combine the cooked pasta, cherry tomatoes, cucumber, bell peppers, red onion, salami, mozzarella cheese, and black olives.
- Drizzle with Italian dressing and toss to combine.
- Season with salt and pepper to taste.
- Chill in the refrigerator for at least 30 minutes before serving.
Notes
Serve Italian Pasta Salad cold at barbecues, potlucks, or family gatherings. Garnish with fresh herbs like basil or parsley for extra flavor. Store leftovers in an airtight container for 3 to 5 days.
Nutrition
Serving: 1gCalories: 300kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 12gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 5gSodium: 600mgFiber: 3gSugar: 2g
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