Description
This Tasty Cold Pasta Salad is the ultimate dish for any occasion, combining a vibrant medley of fresh vegetables, creamy cheese, and a zesty Italian dressing. Perfectly chilled, this refreshing salad is not only quick to prepare but also customizable to suit your taste. It’s ideal for picnics, barbecues, or as a satisfying weeknight meal. With each bite bursting with flavor and texture, it’s sure to be a crowd-pleaser that everyone will love!
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 pound pasta (fusilli, penne, or rotini)
- 1 cup sliced bell pepper
- 1 cup thin zucchini slices
- 1 cup halved cherry tomatoes
- 1/3 cup sliced green onions
- 1 cup mixed olives
- 1 cup finely grated parmesan cheese
- 1 cup fresh mozzarella balls
- 1/2 cup olive oil
- 1/3 cup vinegar (red or white wine)
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Cook pasta in boiling water until al dente (about 6 minutes). Drain and rinse under cold water to cool.
- Chop all fresh vegetables and prepare the olives.
- In a bowl, whisk together vinegar, olive oil, salt, pepper, and oregano.
- In a large mixing bowl, combine cooled pasta with vegetables and olives. Pour dressing over and mix well.
- Gently fold in cheeses until evenly distributed.
- Chill for at least 30 minutes before serving.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 6 minutes
- Category: Salad
- Method: Chilling
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (200g)
- Calories: 420
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 450mg
- Fat: 27g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 18g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 36g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 12g
- Cholesterol: 30mg