Debra Daniels
@glamdebrd
Tri-Colored Pasta Salad with Italian Dressing
This vibrant tri-colored pasta salad is a delightful mix of flavors and textures, featuring fresh vegetables and a zesty Italian dressing. Perfect for picnics, barbecues, or as a refreshing side dish, this salad is easy to prepare and can be made ahead of time for maximum flavor.
Details
- Cuisine:italian
- Diet:vegetarian
- Difficulty:medium
- Estimated Cost:N/A
- Occasion:bbq
- Ingredients:8
- Views:4
Recipe Information
- Prep time25 min.
- Cook time10 min.
- Total time35 min.
- Servings6
Ingredients
- 1 pound
- 1 (16 ounce) bottle
- 6 tablespoons
- 2 cups
- 1
- 1
- 1/2
- 1 (2.25 ounce) can
Cooking Instructions
Follow our step-by-step guide on how to make Tri-Colored Pasta Salad with Italian Dressing.
Step 1
Start by assembling all the fresh ingredients for your vibrant salad.
Step 2
In a spacious pot, bring lightly salted water to a rolling boil.
Step 3
Toss in the tri-colored spiral pasta and let it cook for 10 to 12 minutes, until it reaches that perfect al dente texture.
Step 4
Once cooked, drain the pasta and give it a refreshing rinse under cold water to cool it down.
Step 5
In a separate bowl, blend the Italian dressing with the salad seasoning mix until you achieve a smooth consistency.
Step 6
In a large salad bowl, combine the cooled pasta with diced cherry tomatoes, chopped green, red, and yellow bell peppers, and sliced black olives for a burst of color and flavor.
Step 7
Drizzle the dressing over the pasta salad and gently toss everything together, ensuring each ingredient is well-coated.
Step 8
For the ultimate taste experience, cover the salad and let it chill in the refrigerator for at least 8 hours or overnight.
Step 9
This allows the flavors to meld beautifully.
Step 10
When you're ready to serve, dig into your delightful tri-colored pasta salad and savor every bite!.