Cindy Ramirez
@gourmetcuisinecin
Refreshing Summer Pasta Salad
This vibrant Summer Pasta Salad is a delightful mix of rotini pasta, fresh vegetables, and savory meats, all tossed in a zesty Italian dressing. Perfect for picnics, barbecues, or a light meal, this salad is not only delicious but also easy to prepare, making it a go-to recipe for warm weather gatherings.
Details
- Cuisine:italian
- Diet:vegetarian
- Difficulty:medium
- Estimated Cost:N/A
- Occasion:bbq
- Ingredients:16
- Views:5
Recipe Information
- Prep time25 min.
- Cook time10 min.
- Total time35 min.
- Servings10
Ingredients
- 1 pound
- 1
- 1
- 1
- 1/2 pound
- 1/2 pound
- 1/2 pound
- 1 (6 ounce) can
- 1 (2 ounce) can
- 1/4 cup
- 2 cups, divided
- 1/4 cup
- 2 tablespoons
- 1 clove
- 1
Cooking Instructions
Follow our step-by-step guide on how to make Refreshing Summer Pasta Salad.
Step 1
Start by bringing a generous pot of lightly salted water to a rolling boil.
Step 2
Once boiling, add the rotini pasta and cook it according to the package directions until it reaches that perfect al dente texture, which should take about 8 to 10 minutes.
Step 3
After cooking, drain the pasta and give it a quick rinse under cold water to stop the cooking process and cool it down.
Step 4
In a large serving bowl, combine the cooled pasta with vibrant chopped red bell pepper, sliced zucchini, diced red onion, savory salami, zesty pepperoni, creamy mozzarella cheese, drained artichoke hearts, sliced black olives, and fresh chopped broccoli.
Step 5
Drizzle in 1 cup of Italian dressing and mix everything together until well blended.
Step 6
Cover the bowl and let it chill in the refrigerator, allowing the flavors to meld beautifully until you're ready to serve.
Step 7
Just before serving, add the remaining 1 cup of Italian dressing, a sprinkle of grated Parmesan cheese, fresh chopped parsley, and minced garlic.
Step 8
Season with salt and pepper to taste, then toss everything together until every bite is coated in deliciousness.
Step 9
For a lovely finishing touch, garnish with quartered tomatoes before presenting this colorful dish to your guests.
Step 10
Enjoy the burst of flavors in every bite!.