Description
Zesty Italian Pasta Salad is a vibrant and flavorful dish that brings together the essence of summer in every bite. This delightful salad features a homemade Italian dressing that adds a tangy kick, perfectly complementing the colorful medley of fresh vegetables and savory meats. With its easy preparation, this pasta salad is perfect for picnics, barbecues, or casual dinners at home. Best of all, it can be made ahead of time, allowing the flavors to meld beautifully. Whether enjoyed as a main meal or as a refreshing side dish, this recipe is sure to impress guests and family alike.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb rotini pasta
- 1 recipe homemade Italian dressing
- 4 oz sliced salami
- 3.5–4 oz pepperoni
- 1 pint cherry tomatoes
- 1 cup black olives
- 1 orange bell pepper
- 1 green bell pepper
- ½ cup red onion
- 8 oz mozzarella pearls
Instructions
- Prepare the homemade Italian dressing and refrigerate.
- Cook rotini pasta in salted boiling water until al dente, then drain.
- In a large bowl, combine warm pasta with half the dressing and toss.
- Add remaining ingredients: salami, pepperoni, tomatoes, olives, peppers, onion, and mozzarella; toss well.
- Chill for at least 30 minutes before serving, adding remaining dressing before serving.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Salad
- Method: Mixing
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 900mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 36g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 12g
- Cholesterol: 30mg