Description
This vibrant Pasta Salad with Italian Dressing is a refreshing dish perfect for summer gatherings, combining colorful vegetables and a zesty dressing for a satisfying crunch.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 cups rotini pasta
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
- 1 cup bell peppers, diced
- 1/2 cup red onion, diced
- 1/2 cup black olives, sliced
- 1 cup Italian dressing
- 1/4 cup fresh basil, chopped
Instructions
- Cook the rotini pasta according to package instructions until al dente.
- Drain the pasta and rinse it under cold water to stop the cooking process.
- In a large bowl, combine the cooked pasta, cherry tomatoes, bell peppers, red onion, and black olives.
- Pour the Italian dressing over the pasta and vegetables.
- Toss everything together until well coated with the dressing.
- Chill the salad in the refrigerator for at least an hour before serving.
- Garnish with fresh basil before serving.
Notes
- Use fresh vegetables for the best flavor and texture.
- Prep Time: 15
- Cook Time: 10
- Category: salads
- Method: mixing
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving (200g)
- Calories: 250
- Sugar: 4
- Sodium: 300
- Fat: 12
- Saturated Fat: 2
- Unsaturated Fat: 8
- Trans Fat: 0
- Carbohydrates: 30
- Fiber: 3
- Protein: 8
- Cholesterol: 0
Keywords: pasta salad, Italian dressing, summer recipe, potluck, barbecue