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Overnight Pasta Salad (the BEST Pasta Salad EVER)

Overnight Pasta Salad (the BEST Pasta Salad EVER)

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Overnight Pasta Salad (the BEST Pasta Salad EVER) is a vibrant and refreshing dish that’s perfect for any occasion, be it potlucks, family gatherings, or weeknight dinners. This easy-to-make salad combines the delightful flavors of warm pasta and zesty Italian dressing, allowing the ingredients to marinate overnight for an explosion of taste in every bite. With its colorful medley of vegetables and simple preparation, this pasta salad not only impresses but also keeps well, making it an ideal choice for meal prep.

  • Total Time: 25 minutes
  • Yield: Serves approximately 6

Ingredients

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  • 1 lb pasta (rotini or fusilli recommended)
  • 2 cups Italian dressing
  • 1 packet dry Italian dressing mix
  • 8 oz sun-dried tomatoes
  • 1 can pitted black olives, drained
  • 1 pint grape tomatoes, diced
  • 1 English cucumber, diced
  • 1 red onion, diced

Instructions

  1. Cook the pasta in salted water according to package instructions until al dente. Drain without rinsing and transfer to a large mixing bowl.
  2. While the pasta is still warm, stir in the Italian dressing and dry seasoning mix until evenly coated.
  3. Chop the sun-dried tomatoes and mix them into the pasta. Cover and refrigerate overnight.
  4. When ready to serve, add black olives, grape tomatoes, cucumber, and red onion to the pasta mixture. Stir well to combine.
  • Author: Madison
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 10 minutes
  • Category: Salad
  • Method: Mixing
  • Cuisine: Italian

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 serving
  • Calories: 320
  • Sugar: 5g
  • Sodium: 520mg
  • Fat: 14g
  • Saturated Fat: 2g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 10g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 41g
  • Fiber: 3g
  • Protein: 6g
  • Cholesterol: 0mg