The Best Pasta Salad 🥗
Overview:
- Cook Time: 11 minutes
- Prep Time: 40 minutes
- Total Time: 51 minutes
- Rating: ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ (5/5)
- Review Count: 120
Description:
Indulge in the irresistible flavors of this delectable pasta salad, a recipe cherished by many from lovewithrecipes.com. Bursting with freshness and simplicity, this dish is perfect for a quick meal or a delightful side. Prepare to be amazed by its delightful blend of rotini pasta, juicy tomatoes, crunchy green peppers, zesty onions, savory black olives, and tangy Parmesan cheese, all coated in a luscious dressing. Easy to make and even easier to enjoy, this pasta salad is a true crowd-pleaser!
Nutritional Information (per serving):
- Calories: 186.7
- Fat: 3.1g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Cholesterol: 3.7mg
- Sodium: 147mg
- Carbohydrates: 32.5g
- Fiber: 2.7g
- Sugar: 3.2g
- Protein: 7.3g
Ingredients:
- 8 oz rotini pasta
- 1 tomato
- 1 green pepper
- 1 onion
- 1 can black olives
- 1/4 cup Parmesan cheese
- Salad dressing (to taste)
Instructions:
| Step | Description |
|---|---|
| 1 | Cook pasta according to directions, about 8 minutes, stirring occasionally. |
| 2 | While pasta is cooking, chop tomato, peppers, and onion into very small pieces. Add olives and mix. |
| 3 | Drain Rotini; rinse with cold water for about 3 minutes. |
| 4 | Mix pasta with tomato, peppers, onion, and olives. |
| 5 | Refrigerate for about 1/2 an hour. |
| 6 | Add salad dressing; mix well. |
| 7 | Add Parmesan cheese; mix well. |
| 8 | Serve immediately. |
| 9 | If you have leftovers, you will have to “re-wet” salad by adding a little more salad dressing the next day, especially if you substitute the dressing with a fat-free dressing. |
Recipe Notes:
- Feel free to customize this pasta salad by adding your favorite ingredients such as diced cucumbers, shredded carrots, or grilled chicken.
- For a healthier option, use whole wheat rotini pasta and reduce the amount of cheese or opt for a low-fat dressing.
- Make sure to adjust the seasoning according to your taste preferences.
- This salad tastes even better the next day as the flavors have had time to meld together.
- Don’t hesitate to double the recipe for larger gatherings or meal prep for the week ahead.
Now, gather your ingredients and get ready to savor every mouthful of this delightful pasta salad! Enjoy! 🍽️
