ITALIAN PASTA SALAD

This Italian Pasta Salad is a vibrant and flavorful dish, perfect for potlucks! Packed with juicy tomatoes, savory pepperoni, black olives, and a sprinkle of Parmesan cheese, it’s all tossed in a zesty Italian dressing for a crowd-pleasing treat.

Ingredients

  • 1 16 oz box Garden Rotini Pasta, cooked according to package directions
  • 3/4 cup sliced pepperoni
  • 3/4 cup sliced cherry tomatoes
  • 1 small can sliced black olives
  • 3/4 – 1 cup shredded Parmesan cheese
  • 3/4 of a 16 oz bottle Italian Dressing

Instructions

  • In a large bowl, combine the pasta, pepperoni, tomatoes, black olives, and Parmesan cheese.
  • Drizzle the Italian dressing over the mixture and toss to coat evenly.
  • Refrigerate for 45 minutes to 1 hour to allow the flavors to meld.
  • If needed, add the remaining dressing and toss again before serving.

Nutrition (per serving):

  • Calories: 143 kcal
  • Carbohydrates: 1g
  • Protein: 10g
  • Fat: 10g
  • Saturated Fat: 5g
  • Cholesterol: 26mg
  • Sodium: 560mg
  • Potassium: 80mg
  • Fiber: 1g
  • Sugar: 1g
  • Vitamin A: 240 IU
  • Vitamin C: 3.2mg
  • Calcium: 263mg
  • Iron: 0.5mg

Note: The nutritional information is an estimate. Values may vary depending on specific ingredient brands used.