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Today, I’m excited to share a delicious and vibrant dish that’s perfect for any gathering—a Zesty Italian Pasta Salad! This salad is not only bursting with flavor, but it’s also easy to make and is sure to impress your family and friends. Ready to dive in? Let’s get started!

Zesty Italian Pasta Salad With Italian Dressing

This zesty pasta salad is a refreshing blend of colorful vegetables, herbs, and a tangy Italian dressing that brings everything together beautifully. It’s a fantastic side dish for barbecues, picnics, or as a light lunch option. Here’s what you’ll need to whip up this tasty treat!

Ingredients

8 ounces of rotini or penne pasta
1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
1 cup cucumber, diced
1/2 cup black olives, sliced
1/2 cup bell pepper, diced (any color)
1/4 cup red onion, finely chopped
1/4 cup fresh parsley, chopped
1 cup Italian dressing (store-bought or homemade)
Salt and pepper to taste

Instructions

Begin by cooking the pasta according to the instructions on the package. Make sure to salt the water before adding the pasta, which enhances the flavor.
Once cooked, drain the pasta and rinse it under cold water to stop the cooking process. Let it cool completely.
In a large mixing bowl, combine the cooled pasta, cherry tomatoes, cucumber, black olives, bell pepper, red onion, and parsley.
Drizzle the Italian dressing over the pasta salad. Start with half a cup and adjust according to your taste preference, adding more if necessary.
Gently toss all the ingredients together until everything is well combined and evenly coated with the dressing.
Season with salt and pepper to taste. Mix again and adjust with more dressing if desired.
For best results, cover the salad and refrigerate it for at least 30 minutes before serving. This allows the flavors to meld together beautifully.
Serve chilled and enjoy this vibrant, zesty pasta salad at your next gathering!

This Zesty Italian Pasta Salad is not only a feast for the eyes but also a deliciously satisfying dish that everyone will love. Enjoy making and sharing this colorful salad!