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Zesty Italian Pasta Salad

Easy Zesty Italian Pasta Salad that is the perfect side dish to any meal! Customize this tri-colored pasta salad with your favorite veggies for a unique flavor.
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Zesty Italian Pasta Salad in a large crock-like bowl.
Prep Time:5 minutes
Cook Time:10 minutes
Total Time:15 minutes

Ingredients

  • 16 oz. tri-colored pasta
  • 15 oz. Italian dressing
  • 1 cup cherry tomatoes quartered
  • 1/4 cup green olives sliced
  • 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese

Instructions

  • Cook the pasta. Drain and run cold water over the pasta.
  • Add pasta to a large bowl and mix in the Italian dressing.
  • Gently add the tomatoes, olives, and cheese.
  • Cover and place in the refrigerator until it is time to serve.

Notes

This recipe is best when made the night before dinner.
For extra crunch, add about 1/2 of a cucumber (chopped).

Nutrition

Calories: 248kcal | Carbohydrates: 33g | Protein: 8g | Fat: 9g | Saturated Fat: 2g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 4g | Monounsaturated Fat: 3g | Trans Fat: 0.02g | Cholesterol: 2mg | Sodium: 457mg | Potassium: 149mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 5g | Vitamin A: 104IU | Vitamin C: 3mg | Calcium: 54mg | Iron: 1mg
Servings: 12
Calories: 248kcal
Author: Midwestern Moms