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Classic Italian Cold Pasta Salad

Classic Italian Cold Pasta Salad

A refreshing, classic Italian pasta salad made with rotini, pepperoni, olives, and a tangy Italian dressing.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Total Time 25 minutes
Course Salad
Cuisine Italian
Servings 6 servings
Calories 250 kcal

Equipment

  • Large Bowl
  • Knife

Ingredients
  

  • 2 cups Rotini Pasta
  • 1/2 cup Pepperoni sliced
  • 1 cup Cherry Tomatoes halved
  • 1/4 cup Black Olives sliced
  • 1 small Cucumber diced
  • 1/4 small Red Onion thinly sliced
  • 1/2 cup Italian Dressing
  • 1/4 cup Parmesan Cheese shredded

Instructions
 

  • Cook the rotini pasta according to package directions. Drain and set aside to cool.
  • In a large bowl, combine the cooked pasta, sliced pepperoni, halved cherry tomatoes, sliced black olives, diced cucumber, and thinly sliced red onion.
  • Pour the Italian dressing over the pasta mixture and toss gently to combine.
  • Sprinkle the shredded Parmesan cheese on top and toss again.
  • Refrigerate for at least 30 minutes before serving for the flavors to meld together.

Notes

This salad can be customized by adding other ingredients such as bell peppers, olives, or cucumbers for extra flavor.

Nutrition

Calories: 250kcalCarbohydrates: 28gProtein: 8gFat: 12gSaturated Fat: 3gCholesterol: 20mgSodium: 450mgPotassium: 300mgFiber: 3gSugar: 4gVitamin A: 180IUVitamin C: 15mgCalcium: 100mgIron: 1.5mg
Keyword Easy, Italian, Pasta Salad
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