Olive Garden Pasta Salad
A delicious and colorful pasta salad inspired by Olive Garden, perfect for gatherings and packed with flavorful ingredients.
Ingredients
Pasta and Main Ingredients
- 1 box (16 oz) rotini pasta
- 1 package (6 oz) pepperonis Chopped into smaller pieces
- 1 cup bacon bits
- 1 can (2-3 oz) sliced black olives
- 1 cup chopped tomatoes
- 1-2 cups shredded cheese
Dressing
- 1 cup Olive Garden Italian Dressing
Instructions
Preparation
- Cook pasta noodles according to the box directions and set aside to cool.
- Chop up the pepperonis and tomatoes.
Mixing
- Pour the cooled, drained pasta into a large bowl.
- Add the pepperonis, tomatoes, bacon bits, sliced black olives, and shredded cheese to the bowl.
- Pour the Olive Garden Italian Dressing over the ingredients and stir until combined.
Serving
- Refrigerate the salad and serve it chilled.
Notes
Store any leftover pasta salad in an airtight container in the refrigerator for about 3 to 5 days. Always let the pasta cool completely before mixing with other ingredients to keep everything crisp. Feel free to add extra vegetables like bell peppers, cucumbers, or carrots for more color and crunch. For a creamier dressing, mix a bit of mayonnaise with the Italian dressing.
Nutrition
Serving: 1gCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 15gFat: 20gSaturated Fat: 9gSodium: 800mgFiber: 2gSugar: 2g
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