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layered pasta salad

Layered Pasta Salad: 7 Colors of Joy on Your Plate


  • Author: Julia marin
  • Total Time: 45 minutes
  • Yield: 6 servings 1x
  • Diet: Vegetarian

Description

A colorful and nutritious layered pasta salad perfect for any gathering.


Ingredients

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  • 2 cups rotini pasta
  • 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
  • 1 cup cucumber, diced
  • 1 cup bell peppers, diced
  • 1/2 cup red onion, chopped
  • 1 cup black olives, sliced
  • 1 cup mozzarella cheese, cubed
  • 1/2 cup Italian dressing
  • Salt and pepper to taste

Instructions

  1. Cook the rotini pasta according to package instructions. Drain and cool.
  2. In a large bowl, combine the pasta, cherry tomatoes, cucumber, bell peppers, red onion, black olives, and mozzarella cheese.
  3. Drizzle Italian dressing over the salad and mix well.
  4. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
  5. Layer the salad in a serving dish for presentation.
  6. Chill for at least 30 minutes before serving.

Notes

  • This salad can be made a day ahead.
  • Feel free to add your favorite vegetables.
  • Use gluten-free pasta for a gluten-free option.
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 10 minutes
  • Category: Salad
  • Method: Mixing
  • Cuisine: Italian

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 cup
  • Calories: 250
  • Sugar: 3g
  • Sodium: 400mg
  • Fat: 10g
  • Saturated Fat: 3g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 7g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 35g
  • Fiber: 3g
  • Protein: 8g
  • Cholesterol: 15mg

Keywords: layered pasta salad, pasta salad, vegetarian salad, Italian salad