Description

Classic pasta salad is a vibrant and flavorful dish that combines tri-color rotini, fresh vegetables, savory cheeses, and a zesty homemade vinaigrette. This recipe is perfect for gatherings, potlucks, or any occasion where you want to impress guests without spending hours in the kitchen. With its delightful combination of textures and colors, this salad is sure to be a hit at summer barbecues or family picnics. It’s easy to customize based on your preferences and holds up well in the fridge, making it great for meal prep too.

Ingredients

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24 ounces tri-color rotini pasta
1 pint cherry tomatoes (halved)
12 ounces sliced pepperoni
1 red onion (diced)
1 green bell pepper (diced)
16 ounces mozzarella cheese (cubed)
1 cup grated parmesan cheese
8 ounces olives (sliced)
1.5 cups olive oil
0.5 cup red wine vinegar
2 tablespoons Italian seasoning
2 teaspoons garlic powder
1.5 teaspoons salt
1 teaspoon pepper
0.5 teaspoon red pepper flakes

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Instructions

Cook the pasta in salted boiling water until al dente; drain and rinse with cold water.
In a large bowl, combine cooked pasta with cherry tomatoes, pepperoni, onion, bell pepper, mozzarella, parmesan, and olives.
In a separate bowl, whisk together olive oil, vinegar, Italian seasoning, garlic powder, salt, pepper, and red pepper flakes.
Pour the vinaigrette over the salad mixture and toss until evenly coated.
Chill for at least one hour before serving.

Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 10 minutes
Category: Salad
Method: Mixing
Cuisine: American

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 cup (approximately 230g)
Calories: 380
Sugar: 3g
Sodium: 850mg
Fat: 28g
Saturated Fat: 8g
Unsaturated Fat: 18g
Trans Fat: 0g
Carbohydrates: 32g
Fiber: 3g
Protein: 11g
Cholesterol: 30mg