Classic Italian Pasta Salad

Classic Italian Pasta Salad

A refreshing, colorful blend of pasta, fresh vegetables, and tangy Italian dressing perfect for summer picnics and potlucks.

⏱ 25 minServes 8Italian-American

Ingredients

  • 1 pound rotini or fusilli pasta
  • 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
  • 1 large cucumber, diced
  • 1 cup bell peppers, diced
  • 1 cup black olives, sliced
  • 1 cup diced mozzarella cheese
  • 1/2 cup red onion, finely chopped
  • 1.5 cups Italian salad dressing
  • 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped
  • to taste Salt and pepper

Directions

  1. 1Cook pasta according to package directions until al dente, then drain and rinse with cold water.
  2. 2In a large bowl, combine cooled pasta with tomatoes, cucumber, bell peppers, olives, mozzarella, and red onion.
  3. 3Pour Italian dressing over the pasta mixture and toss until all ingredients are well coated.
  4. 4Stir in fresh parsley and season with salt and pepper to taste.
  5. 5Refrigerate for at least 1 hour before serving to allow flavors to meld.

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