Ingredients for The Best Pasta Salad
- Rotini Pasta
- Tomatoes
- Green Pepper
- Red Pepper
- Onion
- 1/2 cup black olives, sliced
- Kraft Sun Dried Tomato Salad Dressing
- Parmesan Cheese
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How to Make The Best Pasta Salad
- Cook pasta according to package directions until al dente. Drain and rinse with cold water to stop the cooking process and cool the pasta quickly. Set aside.
- While the pasta is cooking, prepare the vegetables. Chop the bell pepper into 1/2-inch pieces. Dice the red onion into small pieces. Halve cherry tomatoes if using larger ones.
- In a large bowl, whisk together the olive oil, red wine vinegar, Italian seasoning, salt, and pepper.
- Add the cooked pasta, bell pepper, red onion, cherry tomatoes, and black olives to the bowl with the dressing. Gently toss to combine, ensuring all the pasta is coated evenly.
- Stir in the cubed mozzarella cheese and fresh basil leaves.
- Taste and adjust seasoning as needed. Add more salt, pepper, or Italian seasoning to your preference.
- Cover the bowl and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes to allow the flavors to meld. This step is crucial for the best taste!
- Serve chilled and enjoy! Garnish with extra basil if desired.
Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)
Sodium
6 g
Sugar
12g
Fat
5g
Carbs
10g
