ITALIAN PASTA SALAD

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This zesty Italian pasta salad recipe combines vegetables and pasta in a creamy dressing. Refreshing and filling, this change-of-pace salad is perfect as a side dish. It's always popular at a potluck. —Tina Dierking, Skowhegan, Maine

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Lunch     Side Dishes

Time 25m

Yield 6 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 11

1 cup uncooked spiral pasta
1-1/2 cups halved cherry tomatoes
1 cup sliced fresh mushrooms
1/4 cup chopped sweet red pepper
1/4 cup chopped green pepper
3 tablespoons thinly sliced green onions
1 cup zesty Italian salad dressing
3/4 cup mayonnaise
1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
1/3 cup cubed provolone cheese
1 can (2-1/4 ounces) sliced ripe olives, drained

Steps:

  • Cook pasta according to package directions; rinse with cold water and drain. Place in a large bowl; add the tomatoes, mushrooms, peppers, onions and salad dressing. Cover and refrigerate for at least 4 hours or overnight; drain., In a small bowl, combine the mayonnaise and Parmesan cheese; stir in the provolone cheese and olives. Gently fold into the pasta mixture.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 371 calories, Fat 30g fat (6g saturated fat), Cholesterol 13mg cholesterol, Sodium 707mg sodium, Carbohydrate 17g carbohydrate (4g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 7g protein.

Emanuela Lila
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This salad is a great way to get your kids to eat their vegetables.


Pathak Ji
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I love the combination of flavors in this salad. It's a great way to use up leftover pasta and vegetables.


Unique Gamer
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This salad is so easy to make and it's always a crowd-pleaser.


Irshad Hashim
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I've made this salad several times and it's always a hit. It's a great potluck dish.


Fahad Junejo
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This is a great recipe for a light and refreshing meal.


Rital Tamer
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I love the way the flavors of the dressing soak into the pasta.


M KOVRA
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This salad is a great way to get your kids to eat their vegetables.


Eva Afful
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I've been making this salad for years and it's always a crowd-pleaser. It's a great way to use up leftover pasta and vegetables.


Chinenye Grace
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This is the perfect salad for a summer BBQ.


Raifa Saimon
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I love the simplicity of this recipe. It's a great way to showcase fresh, seasonal ingredients.


Browns Shocks Repairs
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This is my favorite pasta salad recipe. It's always a hit with my friends and family.


Tirtha Rai
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I made this salad for a picnic and it was a huge success. Everyone loved it!


For hand u Grace
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This salad is a great way to use up leftover pasta.


Ruaezuruka Aqhm
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I love that this salad is so versatile. I can add or remove ingredients to suit my taste.


IYI Punjab College
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This is the best pasta salad recipe I've ever tried. It's so flavorful and refreshing.


Rajpoot Rajpoot
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I added some grilled chicken to this salad and it was delicious! It's a great way to use up leftover chicken.


BD SAJIB
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This is my go-to pasta salad recipe. It's always a crowd-pleaser.


CriCro Roc
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The combination of flavors in this salad is amazing. The sweetness of the tomatoes, the saltiness of the olives, and the tanginess of the dressing all come together perfectly.


Sajjad Akbar
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I love how easy this recipe is to make. I can always count on it to come out delicious.


Hiba Iqbal
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This Italian pasta salad was a hit at our last potluck! Everyone raved about the flavors and how refreshing it was.


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