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Zesty Italian Pasta Salad Recipe
This easy Italian pasta salad is quick, easy and perfect for every occasion. Loaded with cheese, salami, veggies and tossed in a zesty italian dressing.
Prep Time
15
minutes
mins
Cook Time
10
minutes
mins
Total Time
25
minutes
mins
Course:
Salad, Side Dish
Cuisine:
American
Keyword:
pasta salad
Servings:
12
servings
Calories:
272
kcal
Author:
Kellie
Cost:
$10
Equipment
bowl
Ingredients
16
ounces
ditalini or other small pasta
1
cups
chopped grape tomatoes
1
large zucchini
diced
1
bell pepper
diced
2.25
ounce
can sliced black olives
drained
8
ounce
container fresh mozzarella pearls
drained (or chopped fresh mozzarella cheese)
1
cup
diced provolone cheese
1/2
cup
chopped salami
1/2
cup
chopped pepperoncini peppers
1
16-ounce
bottle Zesty Italian Dressing
divided
1/4
cup
grated parmesan cheese
Chopped fresh basil and parsley
optional
Instructions
Cook the pasta to al dente in a large pot of salted water according to package directions. Drain and set aside.
In a large bowl toss the pasta, tomatoes, zucchini, bell pepper, olives, cheese, salami and pepperoncini peppers until combined.
Pour 2/3 of the dressing over the salad and toss thoroughly.
Cover and refrigerate until ready to serve, up to 6 hours.
Pour the remaining dressing over the salad and toss to combine right before serving.
Sprinkle with parmesan cheese, basil and parsley, if desired.
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Notes
You can modify this Italian Pasta Salad with any of your favorite veggies, cheese or meats.
Make it vegan by leaving out the meat and subbing your favorite vegan cheese.
Jazz it up with a dash of
Pizza Seasoning!
Nutrition
Serving:
1
g
|
Calories:
272
kcal
|
Carbohydrates:
31
g
|
Protein:
14
g
|
Fat:
10
g
|
Saturated Fat:
5
g
|
Polyunsaturated Fat:
1
g
|
Monounsaturated Fat:
3
g
|
Cholesterol:
26
mg
|
Sodium:
410
mg
|
Potassium:
240
mg
|
Fiber:
2
g
|
Sugar:
3
g
|
Vitamin A:
710
IU
|
Vitamin C:
22
mg
|
Calcium:
195
mg
|
Iron:
1
mg