Monica Smith
@monsmith
Colorful Tri-Color Pasta Salad
This vibrant Rainbow Pasta Salad is a delightful mix of tri-color rotini, fresh vegetables, and savory ingredients, all tossed in a zesty Italian dressing. Perfect for picnics, potlucks, or as a refreshing side dish, this salad is not only visually appealing but also packed with flavor and nutrition.
Details
- Cuisine:italian
- Diet:vegetarian
- Difficulty:medium
- Estimated Cost:N/A
- Ingredients:6
- Views:4
Recipe Information
- Prep time20 min.
- Cook time10 min.
- Total time30 min.
- Servings8
Ingredients
- 1 (16 ounce) package
- 1 (16 ounce) bottle
- 1 (8 ounce) package
- 1 cup
- 1 (6 ounce) can
- 4 ounces
Cooking Instructions
Follow our step-by-step guide on how to make Colorful Tri-Color Pasta Salad.
Step 1
Start by filling a large pot with lightly salted water and bring it to a vigorous boil.
Step 2
Once boiling, add the tri-color rotini pasta and cook it uncovered, stirring occasionally, until it reaches that perfect al dente texture, which should take about 8 minutes.
Step 3
After cooking, drain the pasta and give it a refreshing rinse under cold water to cool it down.
Step 4
In a spacious mixing bowl, combine the cooled pasta with Italian dressing, shredded mozzarella cheese, vibrant broccoli florets, sliced black olives, and zesty pepperoni.
Step 5
Gently toss all the ingredients together until they are beautifully blended.
Step 6
To enhance the flavors, cover the bowl with plastic wrap or a lid and let the pasta salad chill in the refrigerator for at least an hour before serving.
Step 7
This waiting period allows the ingredients to harmonize, creating a delightful dish that’s perfect for any gathering.
Step 8
Enjoy the burst of flavors in every bite!.