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Italian Pasta Salad

Tender pasta, juicy tomatoes, crisp bell peppers, salami, and mozzarella cheese are tossed in an Italian dressing for the perfect make-ahead side dish.

Prep Time
15 mins
Cook Time
15 mins
Additional Time
2 hrs
Total Time
2 hrs 30 mins
Servings: 12 servings
Calories: 325 kcal
Course: Side Dish , Main Course , Salad
Cuisine: Italian , American

Ingredients

  • 16 ounces tricolor rotini
  • 8 ounces salami chopped
  • 1 cup Italian vinaigrette dressing store-bought or homemade
  • 1 cup cubed mozzarella cheese
  • 1 pint grape tomatoes halved
  • ½ cup sliced black olives
  • ½ green bell pepper diced
  • ½ orange bell pepper diced
  • ½ red bell pepper diced
  • ⅓ cup diced red onion
  • ⅓ cup shredded Parmesan cheese
  • 3 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley
  • ½ teaspoon Italian seasoning
  • salt and black pepper to taste

Instructions

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  1. Cook pasta al dente according to package directions. Rinse under cold water.
  2. Combine all ingredients in a large bowl. Toss to combine.
  3. Refrigerate at least 2 hours before serving.

Notes

  • Store in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 3 days.
  • Give leftovers a good stir and add more dressing if necessary to refresh flavors. 

Nutrition Information

Calories 325 (16%) Carbohydrates 34g (11%) Protein 13g (26%) Fat 15g (23%) Saturated Fat 5g (25%) Cholesterol 24mg (8%) Sodium 818mg (34%) Potassium 314mg (9%) Fiber 2g (8%) Sugar 5g (10%) Vitamin A 855IU (17%) Vitamin C 24mg (27%) Calcium 104mg (10%) Iron 1mg (6%)

Nutrition Facts

Serving: 12servings

Amount Per Serving

Calories 325

% Daily Value*

Calories 325 16%
Carbohydrates 34g 11%
Protein 13g 26%
Fat 15g 23%
Saturated Fat 5g 25%
Cholesterol 24mg 8%
Sodium 818mg 34%
Potassium 314mg 7%
Fiber 2g 8%
Sugar 5g 10%
Vitamin A 855IU 17%
Vitamin C 24mg 27%
Calcium 104mg 10%
Iron 1mg 6%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.