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Easy And Delicious Italian Pasta Salad

A quick, colorful, and flavorful pasta salad that's perfect for gatherings and picnics, made with rotini pasta, olives, tomatoes, and cheese, tossed in Italian dressing.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Total Time 20 minutes
Servings: 6 servings
Course: Salad, Side Dish
Cuisine: Italian
Calories: 250
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Pasta Salad Ingredients
  • 1 box Rotini pasta Choose whole wheat for added fiber.
  • 1 cup Olives Use your favorite type for a flavor boost.
  • 1 cup Tomatoes Fresh or cherry tomatoes work well.
  • 1 cup Cheese Cubed mozzarella or feta add creaminess.
  • 1 cup Italian dressing A store-bought version saves time.

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Cook the rotini pasta according to package instructions, then let it cool.
  2. Combine the cooled pasta with olives, tomatoes, and cheese in a large bowl.
  3. Add Italian dressing and toss gently to combine.
  4. Refrigerate for 30 minutes to meld flavors.
  5. Serve chilled for your BBQ or holiday gathering.

Notes

Serve this pasta salad with grilled chicken or burgers for a complete meal. It pairs beautifully with fresh garden salads and bruschetta. Consider adding seasonal veggies for extra crunch.