Name: Zesty Italian Pasta Salad
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 10 min
Total time: 25 min
Cuisine: Italian
Ingredients: 8 ounces pasta (such as rotini or penne); 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved; 1 cup cucumber, diced; 1/2 cup red onion, finely chopped; 1/2 cup bell pepper, diced; 1/2 cup olives, sliced; 1 cup mozzarella cheese, cubed; 1/4 cup fresh parsley, chopped; 1/2 cup Italian dressing; Salt and pepper to taste

Zesty Italian Pasta Salad

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A colorful and refreshing pasta salad packed with fresh vegetables, savory mozzarella, and a tangy Italian dressing, perfect for any occasion.

Author: cuisiniu
Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 10 minutes
Total Time: 25 minutes
Yield: 4 servings
Category: Side Dish
Method: Mixing
Cuisine: Italian
Diet: Vegetarian

Ingredients

8 ounces pasta (such as rotini or penne)
1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
1 cup cucumber, diced
1/2 cup red onion, finely chopped
1/2 cup bell pepper, diced
1/2 cup olives, sliced
1 cup mozzarella cheese, cubed
1/4 cup fresh parsley, chopped
1/2 cup Italian dressing
Salt and pepper to taste

Instructions

Cook the pasta according to package directions, then drain and let cool.
In a large bowl, combine the cooled pasta, cherry tomatoes, cucumber, red onion, bell pepper, olives, mozzarella cheese, and parsley.
Pour the Italian dressing over the salad and toss to combine.
Season with salt and pepper to taste.
Refrigerate for at least 30 minutes before serving to let the flavors meld.
Enjoy your delicious pasta salad!

Notes

Serve chilled or at room temperature. Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to three days.

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