Ultimate Italian Pasta Salad: Quick & Easy Recipe

Perfect Pasta Salad 🥗

Preparation Time: 15 minutes
Total Time: 15 minutes
Recipe Category: Quick & Easy (Less than 15 Minutes)
Keywords: No Cook, Easy

Ingredients:

Nutritional Information (Per Serving):

• Calories: 225.6
• Fat: 1g
• Saturated Fat: 0.2g
• Cholesterol: 0mg
• Sodium: 5.6mg
• Carbohydrates: 45.8g
• Fiber: 2.6g
• Sugar: 2.8g
• Protein: 8.1g

Instructions:

1. Prepare the Ingredients:

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   • Start by gathering all the ingredients you’ll need for this refreshing pasta salad.

2. Cook the Pasta:

   • Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil over high heat.
   • Add the rotini pasta and cook according to the package instructions until al dente.
   • Once cooked, drain the pasta and rinse it under cold water to stop the cooking process.

3. Chop the Vegetables:

   • While the pasta is cooking, dice the tomatoes, cucumber, green pepper, red onion, and bell pepper into bite-sized pieces.
   • You can adjust the quantities of the vegetables based on your preference and the number of servings you need.

4. Combine Ingredients:

   • In a large mixing bowl, combine the cooked and cooled rotini pasta with the diced tomatoes, cucumber, green pepper, red onion, and bell pepper.

5. Add Dressing:

   • Pour the Italian dressing over the pasta and vegetables in the bowl.
   • Gently toss everything together until the pasta and vegetables are evenly coated with the dressing.

6. Chill and Serve:

   • Once the pasta salad is well mixed, it’s ready to serve.
   • If you prefer your pasta salad chilled, cover the bowl with plastic wrap or transfer it to an airtight container and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes before serving.

7. Enjoy!

   • Serve your perfect pasta salad as a side dish at a barbecue, picnic, or potluck, or enjoy it as a light and satisfying meal on its own.

Notes:

• This pasta salad is incredibly versatile, so feel free to customize it with your favorite vegetables, herbs, or additional toppings like olives, feta cheese, or grilled chicken.
• Make a larger batch and store it in the refrigerator for quick and easy lunches throughout the week.
• Experiment with different types of pasta shapes for varying textures and visual appeal.