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Pasta Salad For A Crowd

Pasta Salad For A Crowd: Refreshing and Flavor-Packed Delight

This Pasta Salad For A Crowd is a vibrant, colorful recipe that pleases all tastes and is perfect for gatherings.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Chilling Time 1 hour
Total Time 1 hour 25 minutes
Servings: 10 servings
Course: Salad
Cuisine: American
Calories: 250

Ingredients
  

For the Salad
  • 16 ounces Rotini Pasta Cook al dente.
  • 2 cups Cherry Tomatoes Halved.
  • 2 cups Bell Peppers Diced; mix red and green.
  • 1 cup Black Olives Sliced.
  • 8 ounces Mozzarella Cheese Cubed.
  • 1 medium Red Onion Diced; soak in cold water if desired.
For the Dressing
  • 1 cup Italian Dressing Adjust to taste.
  • 1/4 cup Chopped Fresh Parsley

Equipment

  • large pot
  • mixing bowl
  • Serving Dish

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Add the rotini pasta and cook for 8-10 minutes until al dente. Drain and rinse under cold water.
  2. In a large mixing bowl, combine the cooled rotini pasta, halved cherry tomatoes, diced bell peppers, sliced black olives, cubed mozzarella cheese, and diced red onion. Gently mix.
  3. Pour the Italian dressing over the salad mixture, toss to coat evenly, and add salt and pepper to taste.
  4. Fold in chopped fresh parsley for added flavor and visual appeal.
  5. Cover the bowl and refrigerate for at least 1 hour before serving to allow flavors to meld.
  6. Serve chilled or at room temperature.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 250kcalCarbohydrates: 35gProtein: 10gFat: 10gSaturated Fat: 3gPolyunsaturated Fat: 0.5gMonounsaturated Fat: 3.5gCholesterol: 15mgSodium: 400mgPotassium: 200mgFiber: 3gSugar: 2gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 25mgCalcium: 180mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Can be prepared a day in advance. Store leftovers in an airtight container for 3-4 days. A splash of dressing can revive dryness before serving.

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