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.

Sk Shemanto
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I would definitely make this pasta salad again.


Laxman Poudyal
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This pasta salad is a great summer dish.


Karla Cain
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I'm not a big fan of pasta salad, but this one was really good.


Ff Nepal
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This pasta salad is a great way to get kids to eat their vegetables.


Bryan Kelliher
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I love that this pasta salad is so versatile. I can add or remove ingredients to suit my taste.


Meshach Ferguson
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This pasta salad is a great make-ahead dish.


selasi agodzo
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I've never made pasta salad before, but this recipe was so easy to follow.


Tuya Tuya
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This pasta salad is a great way to use up leftover chicken or vegetables.


Oresiametse Morake
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I love the combination of flavors and textures in this pasta salad.


Dane Atwood
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This pasta salad is so easy to make and it's always a crowd-pleaser.


John Snay
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I made this pasta salad for a picnic and it was a hit! Everyone loved it.


sandro okujava
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This pasta salad is a staple at our summer BBQs.


Murrey Wolfe
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I love this pasta salad! It's so refreshing and flavorful.


Etienne vd merwe
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This was a great recipe! I followed it exactly and it turned out perfect. The dressing was especially tasty.


Nermhlol
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I've made this pasta salad several times now and it's always a crowd-pleaser. It's so easy to make and the ingredients are affordable and easy to find.


Amara Chi
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This pasta salad was a hit at my last potluck! Everyone raved about the delicious combination of flavors and textures.


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