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A bowl of 5 Minute Zesty Italian Pasta Salad featuring rotini pasta, broccoli florets, cherry tomatoes, and shredded cheese.

5 Minute Zesty Italian Pasta Salad


  • Author: smaakvolle.nl
  • Total Time: 5 min
  • Yield: 4 servings 1x
  • Diet: Vegetarian

Description

A quick and flavorful pasta salad with Italian dressing.


Ingredients

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  • 1 pound pasta, cooked and cooled
  • 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
  • 1/2 cup black olives, sliced
  • 1/4 cup red onion, finely chopped
  • 1/4 cup bell pepper, chopped
  • 1/2 cup Italian dressing
  • Salt and pepper to taste

Instructions

  1. Combine cooked pasta, cherry tomatoes, black olives, red onion, and bell pepper in a large bowl.
  2. Pour Italian dressing over the pasta mixture.
  3. Toss to combine.
  4. Season with salt and pepper.
  5. Serve immediately or chill for later.

Notes

  • For a creamier salad, add a tablespoon of mayonnaise or Greek yogurt.
  • Add grilled chicken or chickpeas for added protein.
  • Adjust the amount of dressing to your preference.
  • Prep Time: 5 min
  • Cook Time: 0 min
  • Category: Side Dish
  • Method: No Cook
  • Cuisine: Italian-American

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 cup
  • Calories: 350
  • Sugar: 5g
  • Sodium: 600mg
  • Fat: 15g
  • Saturated Fat: 3g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 12g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 45g
  • Fiber: 3g
  • Protein: 10g
  • Cholesterol: 0mg

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