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Ultimate Pasta Salad Recipe: Quick, Easy, and Delicious for Every Occasion

Pasta Salad

A quick and easy pasta salad combining tri-colored pasta, fresh vegetables, and a tangy Italian dressing. Perfect for picnics, potlucks, or as a refreshing side dish.

Ingredients

    • Rotini pasta: 12 oz

    • Cucumber: 1 medium, diced

    • Grape tomatoes: 1 cup, halved

    • Bell pepper: 1 medium, diced (red or yellow for color)

    • Red onion: 1 small, finely chopped

    • Italian dressing: 1 cup (store-bought or homemade)

    • Feta cheese: 1 cup, crumbled

    • Black olives: ½ cup, sliced

    • Fresh parsley: ¼ cup, chopped

    • Salt and pepper: to taste

Instructions

Bring a large pot of lightly salted water to a boil. Cook pasta in the boiling water, stirring occasionally, until tender yet firm to the bite, about 10 to 12 minutes; rinse under cold water and drain.,In a large bowl, combine the cooked pasta, cherry tomatoes, green bell pepper, red bell pepper, yellow bell pepper, and black olives.,In a separate bowl, whisk together the Italian-style salad dressing and salad seasoning mix.,Pour the dressing over the pasta and vegetables. Toss to combine.,Cover and refrigerate for at least 2 hours before serving to allow flavors to meld.

Notes

Feel free to customize this pasta salad by adding your favorite vegetables or proteins like grilled chicken or cheese cubes. It’s best served chilled and can be made a day in advance.

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