Easy and Flavorful Italian Pasta Salad Recipe

About This Dish

This Italian Pasta Salad is a crowd-pleaser, featuring tender pasta, fresh veggies, mozzarella cheese, and a zesty homemade dressing. Quick, easy, and perfect for any gathering!

Ingredients

• Pasta Salad:

8 ounces rotini pasta

• 1 cup cherry tomatoes (halved)
• 1/2 cup cucumber (diced)
• 1/2 cup red bell pepper (diced)
• 1/4 cup red onion (thinly sliced)
• 1/2 cup black or green olives (sliced)
• 1/2 cup mozzarella cheese balls or cubes
• 1/4 cup salami (optional)
• 1/4 cup fresh parsley (chopped)
• Dressing:

1/4 cup olive oil

• 2 tablespoons red wine vinegar
• 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
• 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
• 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
• Salt and pepper to taste

Instructions

1. Boil pasta in salted water until al dente. Rinse under cold water and drain.
2. Chop vegetables into uniform, bite-sized pieces. Slice olives and cube mozzarella.
3. Whisk together olive oil, vinegar, mustard, garlic powder, Italian seasoning, salt, and pepper.
4. In a large bowl, mix pasta, veggies, olives, mozzarella, and salami (if using). Add dressing and toss well.
5. Refrigerate for at least 30 minutes. Toss again before serving and garnish with parsley.

Source

This recipe was originally featured on Creative's Cookery.