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Awesome Pasta Salad Recipe

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Delicious and easy Awesome Pasta Salad Recipe perfect for summer picnics and BBQs. Packed with pasta, fresh vegetables, and zesty dressing. Keywords: pasta salad, easy recipe, summer, BBQ, quick meal, vegetarian, side dish, potluck favorite.

Ingredients

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  • 12 oz rotini pasta

  • 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved

  • 1 cucumber, diced

  • 1 red bell pepper, chopped

  • 1/2 red onion, finely chopped

  • 1 cup black olives, sliced

  • 1 1/2 cups mozzarella cheese cubes

  • 3/4 cup Italian dressing

  • 1/4 cup chopped fresh parsley

  • Salt and pepper to taste

Instructions

  1. Cook pasta according to package directions. Drain and rinse under cold water.

  2. In a large bowl, combine pasta, tomatoes, cucumber, bell pepper, onion, olives, and mozzarella.

  3. Pour Italian dressing over the mixture and toss well to coat.

  4. Season with salt and pepper as needed.

  5. Garnish with fresh parsley.

  6. Refrigerate for at least 30 minutes before serving.

Notes

  • Can be made a day ahead for enhanced flavor.

  • Use whole wheat or gluten-free pasta if desired.

  • Swap Italian dressing for homemade vinaigrette for a fresher taste.

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