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Pasta Salad with Italian Dressing

Pasta Salad with Italian Dressing

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Elevate your dining experience with this vibrant Pasta Salad with Italian Dressing! This delightful dish combines al dente rotini pasta, crisp vegetables, creamy feta cheese, and savory olives, all tossed in a zesty Italian dressing. Perfect for picnics, potlucks, or as a refreshing side at family gatherings, this salad is not only quick to prepare—taking just 25 minutes—but also customizable to suit your taste preferences. Enjoy it immediately or let it chill in the fridge for an hour to enhance the flavors. Packed with nutrients and bursting with color, this pasta salad is sure to please everyone at your table!

  • Total Time: 25 minutes
  • Yield: Serves approximately 8 people 1x

Ingredients

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  • 16 ounces rotini pasta
  • 1 medium cucumber, chopped
  • 1 pint grape tomatoes, halved
  • 1 small bell pepper, chopped
  • 1/4 cup finely diced red onion
  • 1 cup Italian dressing
  • 2/3 cup crumbled feta cheese
  • 1/4 cup sliced black olives
  • 3 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley
  • Salt and black pepper to taste

Instructions

  1. Cook the rotini in a large pot of salted boiling water until al dente (follow package directions). Drain and rinse under cold water.
  2. Meanwhile, chop your cucumber, grape tomatoes, bell pepper, and red onion.
  3. In a large bowl, combine the cooled pasta with the chopped vegetables.
  4. Add the Italian dressing, feta cheese, olives, and parsley; season with salt and black pepper.
  5. Toss everything together until well combined. Serve immediately or refrigerate for about an hour to enhance flavors.
  • Author: Madison
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 10 minutes
  • Category: Salad
  • Method: Mixing
  • Cuisine: Italian

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 cup (approximately 150g)
  • Calories: 210
  • Sugar: 3g
  • Sodium: 350mg
  • Fat: 10g
  • Saturated Fat: 3g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 7g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 26g
  • Fiber: 3g
  • Protein: 6g
  • Cholesterol: 15mg