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BEST EVER SUMMER PASTA SALAD

BEST EVER SUMMER PASTA SALAD: 5 Must-Try Tips for Perfection


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  • Author: Nonna Betty Harpe
  • Total Time: 1 hour 25 minutes
  • Yield: 8 servings 1x
  • Diet: Vegetarian

Description

A refreshing dish perfect for summer gatherings.


Ingredients

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  • 16 ounces box tri-color rotini pasta
  • 1 English cucumber, diced
  • 10 ounces container cherry tomatoes, halved
  • ½ red onion, diced
  • 2.25 ounces can sliced black olives, drained
  • 8 ounces Colby cheese, cubed
  • 6 ounces salami, sliced
  • 1 tablespoon salad supreme seasoning
  • 16 ounces Italian dressing

Instructions

  1. Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Add the tri-color rotini pasta and cook according to the package instructions until al dente. Once done, drain the pasta thoroughly and allow it to cool completely.
  2. While the pasta is cooling, dice the cucumber and red onion into small cubes. Slice the cherry tomatoes in half.
  3. In a large mixing bowl, combine the cooled pasta, diced cucumber, halved tomatoes, diced onion, black olives, cubed cheese, sliced salami, and the salad supreme seasoning. Pour in your favorite Italian dressing.
  4. Gently toss the ingredients until they are evenly distributed and coated with the dressing. Cover the bowl with plastic wrap or a lid and refrigerate for at least 1 hour to allow the flavors to meld.
  5. Before serving, give the pasta salad a gentle toss to redistribute the dressing and ingredients. Garnish with freshly chopped herbs or additional cheese, if desired.

Notes

  • Chill for at least 1 hour for best flavor.
  • Customize with your favorite vegetables or proteins.
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 10 minutes
  • Category: Salad
  • Method: Mixing
  • Cuisine: American

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 cup
  • Calories: 350
  • Sugar: 3g
  • Sodium: 800mg
  • Fat: 20g
  • Saturated Fat: 8g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 10g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 30g
  • Fiber: 3g
  • Protein: 12g
  • Cholesterol: 30mg