Best 7 Pasta Salad With Italian Dressing Recipes

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Pasta salad with Italian dressing is a classic summer dish that is perfect for potlucks, picnics, and backyard barbecues. It's easy to make and can be tailored to your own taste preferences. With so many different pasta shapes, vegetables, and meats to choose from, you can create a pasta salad that is both delicious and visually appealing.

Here are our top 7 tried and tested recipes!

ITALIAN DRESSING PASTA SALAD



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This colorful salad is hearty enough to be a light meal in itself. It's a great make-ahead dish, since the full flavors of the herbs and veggies need a little time to blend. For more tasty ideas, check out these other cold pasta salad recipes.

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Lunch

Time 1h

Yield 36 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 17

2 packages (12 ounces each) tricolor spiral pasta
2 packages (16 ounces each) frozen California-blend vegetables, thawed
2 pints grape tomatoes
1 large zucchini, halved and thinly sliced
1 large yellow summer squash, quartered and thinly sliced
1 large red onion, finely chopped
1 block (8 ounces) cheddar cheese, cubed
1 block (8 ounces) Monterey Jack cheese, cubed
2 packages (4 ounces each) crumbled tomato and basil feta cheese
1 bottle (16 ounces) Italian salad dressing
3 tablespoons minced fresh parsley
1 tablespoon minced fresh basil
1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
1 teaspoon seasoned salt
1/2 teaspoon pepper
1 can (3.8 ounces) sliced ripe olives, drained
Grated Romano cheese, optional

Steps:

  • Cook pasta according to package directions. Rinse with cold water; drain well. In two large bowls, combine the California vegetables, tomatoes, zucchini, yellow squash, onion, cheeses and pasta. , In a small bowl, combine the salad dressing, parsley, basil, Italian seasoning, seasoned salt and pepper. Pour over pasta mixture; toss to coat. Stir in olives. Cover and refrigerate for 8 hours or overnight. , Toss before serving. Serve with Romano cheese if desired.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 157 calories, Fat 10g fat (3g saturated fat), Cholesterol 15mg cholesterol, Sodium 405mg sodium, Carbohydrate 11g carbohydrate (2g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 5g protein.

CLASSIC ITALIAN PASTA SALAD



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Perfect for a buffet or a barbecue. Customize with your favorite vegetables.

Provided by Wish-Bone

Categories     Trusted Brands: Recipes and Tips     Wish-Bone®

Time 20m

Yield 8

Number Of Ingredients 5

8 ounces rotelle or spiral pasta, cooked and drained
2 ½ cups assorted cut-up vegetables (broccoli, carrots, tomatoes, bell peppers, cauliflower, onions and mushrooms)
½ cup cubed Cheddar or mozzarella cheese
⅓ cup sliced pitted ripe olives
1 cup Wish-Bone® Italian Dressing

Steps:

  • Combine all ingredients except Wish-Bone® Italian Dressing in large bowl. Add Dressing; toss well. Serve chilled or at room temperature.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 232.9 calories, Carbohydrate 26.2 g, Cholesterol 9.1 mg, Fat 12.2 g, Fiber 1.8 g, Protein 6.6 g, SaturatedFat 3.1 g, Sodium 598 mg, Sugar 4.2 g

CLASSIC ITALIAN PASTA SALAD



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Perfect for a buffet or a barbecue. Customize with your favorite vegetables.

Provided by Food Network

Time 20m

Yield 8 side-dish servings

Number Of Ingredients 5

8 ounces rotelle or spiral pasta, cooked and drained
2-1/2 cups assorted cut-up fresh vegetables (broccoli, carrots, tomatoes, bell peppers, cauliflower, onions and mushrooms)
1/2 cup cubed cheddar or mozzarella cheese
1/3 cup sliced pitted ripe olives (optional)
1 cup Wish-Bone® Italian Dressing

Steps:

  • 1. Combine all ingredients except Wish-Bone® Italian Dressing in large bowl. Add Dressing; toss well. Serve chilled or at room temperature.
  • NOTE: If preparing a day ahead, refrigerate, then stir in 1/4 cup additional Wish-Bone Dressing before serving.
  • For a Creamy Italian Pasta Salad, substitute 1/2 cup Hellmann's® or Best Foods® Real Mayonnaise for 1/2 cup Wish-Bone® Italian Dressing.
  • Also terrific with Wish-Bone® Robusto Italian, Fat Free! Italian, House Italian, Ranch, Light Ranch, Fat Free! Ranch, Creamy Caesar, Red Wine Vinaigrette or Fat Free! Red Wine Vinaigrette Dressings.
  • See nutrition information for sodium content.

COLD PASTA SALAD WITH ITALIAN DRESSING



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Try a tasty Cold Pasta Salad with Italian Dressing at your picnic or potluck! Four ingredients are all you need for our Cold Pasta with Italian Dressing.

Provided by My Food and Family

Categories     Recipes

Time 1h50m

Yield 10 servings, 1 cup each

Number Of Ingredients 10

3 cups rotini pasta, cooked, cooled
4 tomatoes, chopped
1 cup KRAFT Shredded Low-Moisture Part-Skim Mozzarella Cheese
6 slices OSCAR MAYER Hard Salami, chopped
10 slices OSCAR MAYER Pepperoni, sliced
1/2 cup drained marinated artichoke hearts, chopped
1/2 cup sliced fresh basil
1/3 cup KRAFT Grated Parmesan Cheese
1/4 cup sliced black olives
1/2 cup KRAFT Balsamic Vinaigrette Dressing

Steps:

  • Combine ingredients.
  • Refrigerate 1 hour.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 220, Fat 9 g, SaturatedFat 3.5 g, TransFat 0 g, Cholesterol 15 mg, Sodium 460 mg, Carbohydrate 25 g, Fiber 3 g, Sugar 4 g, Protein 10 g

ITALIAN PASTA SALAD WITH PEPPERONI



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From the very first bite, young and old alike will savor this salad from Evelyn Harrington of Glens Falls, New York-and then come back for more! "Feel free to prepare it in advance," Evelyn advises. "Then, before serving, all you need to do is toss it with the dressing and cheeses."-Evelyn Harrington, Glens Falls, New York

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Lunch

Time 30m

Yield 12-16 servings

Number Of Ingredients 15

1 package (16 ounces) shell macaroni
1 medium sweet red pepper, chopped
1 medium green pepper, chopped
1 large tomato, chopped
4 to 6 green onions, sliced
1 can (4 ounces) sliced mushrooms, drained
1 can (2-1/4 ounces) sliced ripe olives, drained
2-1/2 ounces sliced pepperoni, halved
2 garlic cloves, minced
1 teaspoon dried oregano
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon pepper
1 bottle (8 ounces) Italian salad dressing
1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
2 tablespoons grated Parmesan cheese

Steps:

  • Cook macaroni according to package directions; drain and cool. Place in a large bowl; add the next seven ingredients and toss. Add garlic, oregano, salt and pepper; toss. Refrigerate. Just before serving, add dressing and cheeses; toss.

Nutrition Facts :

PASTA SALAD (NO ITALIAN DRESSING)



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Ok, I dislike Italian Dressing (a lot) so, my brother-in-law shared this recipe with me and I loved it so much, I kept it. Not sure where he got it from. I just love the dressing because it is a lot smoother tasting than Italian dressing from the supermarket. Also, this is great for picnics/lunches because it does not contain any mayo and you can leave the cheese out.

Provided by Jeanelle71

Categories     Vegetable

Time 30m

Yield 6-8 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 10

1 lb pasta, of your choice
1 green pepper, chopped
1 yellow pepper, chopped
1 red pepper, chopped
1/2 red onion, chopped (optional)
2 small fresh mozzarella balls, cut into small pieces
2/3 cup oil
1/3 cup vinegar
1 tablespoon sugar
1 tablespoon italian seasoning (or more, to taste)

Steps:

  • Cook, drain, and rinse (with cold water) the pasta.
  • Mix pasta, vegetables, and cheese in a large bowl.
  • In a small bowl, mix oil, vinegar, sugar, and seasonings.
  • Add oil/vinegar mixture to the pasta mixture until the pasta appears well-oiled. You may not need the entire amount however, save it. Many times, if you do not eat the pasta salad right away (or save leftovers in the fridge) you will want to add a little more oil mixture to the pasta - kind of freshens it up.
  • Note: You can add whatever fresh vegetables you have on hand. Also works great with roasted vegetables. Also, short noodles work better than long ones - ie: rotini is better than spaghetti - everything gets mixed up a lot better.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 524.2, Fat 25.5, SaturatedFat 3.9, Sodium 5.7, Carbohydrate 62.9, Fiber 3.4, Sugar 4.8, Protein 10.6

ZESTY ITALIAN PASTA SALAD



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This is doubly good because the pasta and veggies are marinated with Italian dressing, then drained and a mixture of mayonnaise and Parmesan cheese is added. Super delicious!

Provided by Marie

Categories     Onions

Time 45m

Yield 6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 12

3/4 cup uncooked spiral shaped pasta
1 1/2 cups cherry tomatoes
1/2 cup chopped celery
1/2 cup chopped carrot
1/4 cup chopped sweet red pepper
1/4 cup chopped green bell pepper
3 tablespoons thin sliced green onions
1 1/2 cups Italian salad dressing
3/4 cup mayonnaise
1/2 cup grated parmesan cheese
1/3 cup cubed mozzarella cheese
1 (2 1/4 ounce) can sliced black olives, drained

Steps:

  • Cook pasta according to package directions, rinse with cold water and drain.
  • Place in a bowl, add tomatoes, celery, carrots, peppers, onions and Italian salad dressing.
  • Cover and refrigerate for 4 hours or overnight.
  • Drain.
  • Just before serving, combine mayonnaise and Parmesan cheese, then stir in mozzarella and olives.
  • Gently fold into the pasta mixture.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 293.3, Fat 21.9, SaturatedFat 5.1, Cholesterol 12.2, Sodium 860.1, Carbohydrate 18.7, Fiber 1.9, Sugar 7.4, Protein 6.9

Tips:

  • Use high-quality ingredients. Fresh, flavorful vegetables, a good quality vinaigrette, and freshly grated Parmesan cheese will make all the difference in the taste of your salad.
  • Don't overcook the pasta. Al dente pasta is the best choice for pasta salad, as it will hold its shape and won't become mushy.
  • Cool the pasta completely before adding it to the salad. This will help to prevent the salad from becoming watery.
  • Add the dressing just before serving. This will help to prevent the salad from becoming soggy.
  • Season the salad to taste. You may need to add more salt, pepper, or herbs to your liking.

Conclusion:

With its vibrant colors, bold flavors, and refreshing taste, this Italian Dressing Pasta Salad is a perfect dish for any occasion. Whether you're serving it at a backyard barbecue, a potluck, or a family gathering, this salad is sure to be a hit. So next time you're looking for a light and delicious meal, give this recipe a try. You won't be disappointed!

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