Daniel Wright
@wridan
Italian Pizza Pasta Salad
A delicious and colorful Italian-inspired pasta salad featuring tri-color rigatoni, fresh vegetables, provolone cheese, and pepperoni, all tossed in a zesty dressing. Perfect for picnics, potlucks, or as a hearty side dish!
Details
- Cuisine:italian
- Difficulty:medium
- Estimated Cost:N/A
- Ingredients:7
- Views:5
Recipe Information
- Prep time25 min.
- Cook time18 min.
- Total time43 min.
- Servings8
Ingredients
- 1 (16 ounce) package
- 2
- 3
- 12 ounces
- 2
- 1 (8 ounce) package
- 1/4 cup, or to taste
Cooking Instructions
Follow our step-by-step guide on how to make Italian Pizza Pasta Salad.
Step 1
Start by bringing a generous pot of lightly salted water to a rolling boil.
Step 2
Once bubbling, add the tri-color rigatoni and cook it according to the package directions, stirring occasionally, until it reaches that perfect al dente texture—this should take about 13 minutes.
Step 3
After cooking, drain the pasta and allow it to cool for roughly 10 minutes.
Step 4
In a spacious mixing bowl, combine the cooled rigatoni with diced onions, juicy tomatoes, strips of provolone cheese, crisp green bell peppers, sliced pepperoni, and briny olives for a burst of flavor.
Step 5
Meanwhile, in a separate bowl, whisk together olive oil, vinegar, grated Parmesan cheese, a hint of sugar, and fragrant oregano to craft a delightful dressing.
Step 6
Drizzle this dressing over your vibrant pasta mixture and toss everything together until well combined, ensuring each ingredient is coated in that delicious blend.
Step 7
Enjoy this colorful dish that’s perfect for gatherings or a cozy night in!.