Description
Indulge in the vibrant flavors of this Italian Pasta Salad, an easy-to-make dish that’s perfect for any occasion. Ready in just 25 minutes, this salad combines colorful vegetables, savory salami, and creamy mozzarella to create a delightful culinary experience. Whether you’re hosting a picnic, attending a potluck, or enjoying a family dinner, this versatile salad will impress your guests and keep your taste buds satisfied. Plus, it’s customizable—feel free to swap ingredients to match your preferences!
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 pound pasta (penne, fusilli, or rotini)
- 1 medium green bell pepper (diced)
- 1 medium red bell pepper (diced)
- 1 small red onion (diced)
- ½ cup black olives (sliced)
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes (halved)
- 8 ounces salami (cut into small pieces)
- 1 cup mozzarella cheese (cubed)
- ½ cup Parmesan cheese (shredded)
- 1 cup Italian dressing
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Cook the pasta according to package directions until al dente. Drain using a colander.
- In a large mixing bowl, combine the cooked pasta with bell peppers, red onion, olives, salami, mozzarella, tomatoes, and Parmesan.
- Drizzle with Italian dressing and toss until well coated.
- Cover and refrigerate for at least one hour before serving.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Salad
- Method: Mixing
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 360
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 820mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 15g
- Cholesterol: 35mg