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The Best Pasta Salad with Italian Dressing


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  • Author: seliane
  • Total Time: 45 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings 1x
  • Diet: Vegetarian

Description

A vibrant pasta salad featuring crisp vegetables, olives, and feta cheese, all dressed in zesty Italian dressing—a celebration of flavor and freshness.


Ingredients

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  • 2 cups pasta (such as rotini or penne)
  • 1 cup crisp vegetables (like bell peppers, cucumbers, and cherry tomatoes)
  • 1/2 cup olives (black or green, sliced)
  • 1/2 cup feta cheese, crumbled
  • 1/2 cup Italian dressing
  • Salt and pepper to taste


Instructions

  1. Cook the pasta according to package instructions, then drain and let cool.
  2. In a large bowl, combine the cooled pasta, chopped veggies, olives, and feta cheese.
  3. Pour the Italian dressing over the pasta mixture and toss to coat.
  4. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
  5. Chill in the refrigerator for at least 30 minutes before serving. Enjoy at picnics, BBQs, or potlucks!

Notes

For best flavor, use fresh seasonal produce and let the salad chill to meld the flavors.

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

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 serving
  • Calories: 350
  • Sugar: 3g
  • Sodium: 450mg
  • Fat: 18g
  • Saturated Fat: 6g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 10g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 40g
  • Fiber: 4g
  • Protein: 12g
  • Cholesterol: 30mg