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Pasta Salad with Italian Dressing

A quick and vibrant pasta salad packed with veggies and a delightful Italian dressing, perfect for any gathering.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Total Time 25 minutes
Servings: 6 servings
Course: Salad, Side Dish
Cuisine: Italian
Calories: 250
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

For the salad
  • 12 ounces Pasta (e.g., rotini or fusilli) Cooked according to package instructions
  • 1 cup Cherry tomatoes, halved
  • 1 Cucumber, diced
  • 1 Bell pepper, diced
  • 1/4 cup Red onion, finely chopped
  • 1/2 cup Black olives, sliced
  • 1/2 cup Feta cheese, crumbled Can be substituted with tofu or avocado for vegan option
For the dressing
  • 1/2 cup Italian dressing (store-bought or homemade)
  • Salt and pepper, to taste
Garnish
  • Fresh basil or parsley Optional

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Cook the pasta according to package instructions, then drain and cool.
  2. In a large bowl, combine cooled pasta with chopped vegetables, olives, and feta cheese.
  3. Pour Italian dressing over the salad and toss gently to combine.
  4. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
  5. Garnish with fresh basil or parsley if desired.
  6. Refrigerate for at least 30 minutes before serving to allow flavors to meld.

Notes

This salad keeps well for about 3-5 days in the fridge. Store in an airtight container. It can be made ahead of time; just give it a stir before serving.