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Pasta Salad Recipe Recipe

Pasta Salad Recipe

This vibrant pasta salad is perfect for picnics or a light lunch. Packed with fresh vegetables and a zesty dressing.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Chilling Time 2 hours
Total Time 25 minutes
Servings: 8 servings
Course: Salad
Cuisine: American
Calories: 320
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Pasta Salad Ingredients
  • 16 oz tri-colored pasta spirals
  • 1 oz packet salad seasoning mix
  • 16 oz bottle Italian style salad dressing
  • 0.5 cup red onion finely chopped
  • 1 cup broccoli florets
  • 2 cups multicolored cherry tomatoes halved
  • 1 red bell pepper small diced
  • 1 yellow bell pepper small diced
  • 2.25 oz can black olives sliced

Equipment

  • Large Bowl

Method
 

  1. Cook the pasta according to package instructions. Drain and rinse with cold water to stop the cooking process.
  2. While the pasta is cooking, prep and chop your veggies.
  3. In a small bowl, combine the salad dressing mix with the Italian salad dressing.
  4. Pour the dressing mix into the bowl with the cooked pasta.
  5. Add the chopped veggies and toss until well combined. Refrigerate for at least two hours and serve cold.

Notes

This pasta salad can be customized with your favorite vegetables or protein. It's best served cold and can be made a day in advance for better flavor.