Description
A simple recipe for a refreshing cold pasta salad ready in minimal time.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 pound pasta (rotini or penne)
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
- 1 cup cucumber, diced
- 1/2 cup red onion, finely chopped
- 1/2 cup black olives, sliced
- 1/2 cup Italian dressing
- 1/4 cup mayonnaise
- Salt to taste
- Pepper to taste
Instructions
- Cook pasta according to package directions until al dente. Drain and rinse under cold water to cool completely.
- In a large bowl, combine the cooled pasta, cherry tomatoes, cucumber, red onion, and black olives.
- In a small bowl, whisk together the Italian dressing and mayonnaise until smooth.
- Pour the dressing mixture over the pasta and vegetables. Toss gently to coat everything evenly.
- Season with salt and pepper as needed.
- Cover the bowl and chill in the refrigerator for at least 30 minutes before serving.
Notes
- You can add cooked, diced chicken or ham for extra protein.
- For a tangier flavor, add 1 tablespoon of red wine vinegar to the dressing.
- Use your favorite short pasta shape.
- Prep Time: 15 min
- Cook Time: 10 min
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Mixing
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 6
- Sodium: 450
- Fat: 15
- Saturated Fat: 3
- Unsaturated Fat: 12
- Trans Fat: 0
- Carbohydrates: 45
- Fiber: 3
- Protein: 10
- Cholesterol: 5
Keywords: cold pasta salad, easy pasta salad, quick salad, summer salad, picnic food