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Summer Italian Pasta Salad Bowl

20 Extensive Ways to Master Summer Italian Pasta Salad Bowl

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A refreshing and colorful pasta salad perfect for summer gatherings.

  • Total Time: 2 hours 25 mins
  • Yield: 8 servings 1x

Ingredients

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  • 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

  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

  • Tricolored rotini works best for visual appeal.
  • Rinsing the pasta stops cooking and cools it down.
  • Essential mix-ins include salami, cheese, and fresh veggies.
  • You can make this dish ahead of time.
  • Author: Livia Reed
  • Prep Time: 15 mins
  • Cook Time: 10 mins
  • Category: Salad
  • Method: No-Cook
  • Cuisine: Italian
  • Diet: Low Lactose

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 cup
  • Calories: 320
  • Sugar: 4g
  • Sodium: 780mg
  • Fat: 18g
  • Saturated Fat: 6g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 10g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 25g
  • Fiber: 2g
  • Protein: 12g
  • Cholesterol: 35mg