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Italian Pasta Salad Tips

A refreshing and flavorful Italian pasta salad perfect for a summer lunch or potluck. This recipe offers tips for making the best pasta salad ever!
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Course Breakfast
Cuisine American
Servings 6
Calories 120 kcal

Ingredients
  

Main Ingredients

  • 1 lb Pasta (rotini, farfalle, or penne)
  • 1 cup Cherry tomatoes, halved
  • 0.5 cup Red onion, thinly sliced
  • 1 cup Black olives, sliced
  • 0.5 cup Italian dressing

Instructions
 

Preparation Steps

  • Cook pasta according to package directions. Drain and rinse with cold water.
  • In a large bowl, combine cooked pasta, cherry tomatoes, red onion, black olives, and Italian dressing.
  • Toss gently to combine. Refrigerate for at least 30 minutes before serving to allow flavors to meld.

Notes

For extra flavor, add some fresh basil or oregano. You can also add other vegetables like bell peppers or cucumbers.

Nutrition

Serving: 200gCalories: 120kcalCarbohydrates: 120gProtein: 120gFat: 120gSaturated Fat: 120gPolyunsaturated Fat: 120gMonounsaturated Fat: 120gTrans Fat: 120gCholesterol: 120mgSodium: 120mgPotassium: 120mgFiber: 120gSugar: 120gVitamin A: 120IUVitamin C: 120mgCalcium: 120mgIron: 120mg
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