pasta salad
A vibrant and flavorful pasta salad perfect for summer picnics and gatherings.
Prep
: 10
Total
: 25 minutes
Ingredients
Main Ingredients
- 1 lb Pasta (rotini, penne, or farfalle)
- 1 cup Cherry Tomatoes halved
- 0.5 cup Black Olives sliced
- 0.5 cup Red Onion finely chopped
- 0.5 cup Bell Pepper diced (any color)
- 0.25 cup Italian Dressing
Instructions
Preparation Steps
- Cook pasta according to package directions. Drain and rinse with cold water to cool.
- In a large bowl, combine cooked pasta, cherry tomatoes, black olives, red onion, and bell pepper.
- Pour Italian dressing over the pasta mixture and toss to coat evenly.
- Refrigerate for at least 30 minutes before serving to allow flavors to meld.
Notes
Optional additions include cubed cheese, pepperoni, or fresh herbs.