Easy Italian Pasta Salad Recipe

Name: Easy Italian Pasta Salad Recipe
Total time: 8 hrs 40 mins
Ingredients: 1 (16 ounce) package rotelle pasta; 1 cup broccoli florets; 1 cup chopped carrots; 1 cup chopped tomatoes; 1 (6 ounce) can black olives, drained; 1 (6 ounce) package pepperoni; 0.75 cup grated Parmesan cheese; 1 cup Italian-style salad dressing (such as Olive Garden®), divided

This Italian pasta salad recipe is the perfect side dish for BBQs or any occasion. Feel free to customize it with your favorite vegetables and cheeses. Serve this vibrant salad chilled or at room temperature for ultimate convenience.

Total time8 hrs 40 mins
Prep time20 mins
Cook time20 mins
Yield12

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Servings

Ingredients

1 (16 ounce) package rotelle pasta
1 cup broccoli florets
1 cup chopped carrots
1 cup chopped tomatoes
1 (6 ounce) can black olives, drained
1 (6 ounce) package pepperoni
0.75 cup grated Parmesan cheese
1 cup Italian-style salad dressing (such as Olive Garden®), divided

Instructions

Cook rotelle pasta in boiling salted water until al dente, about 12 minutes. Drain well.
In a large bowl, combine the cooked rotelle with broccoli, carrots, tomatoes, olives, pepperoni, and Parmesan cheese. Pour half of the dressing over the salad and toss to coat evenly. Cover and refrigerate for at least 8 hours, or ideally overnight, to allow flavors to meld.
Before serving, pour the remaining dressing over the salad and gently stir to refresh the flavors.

Nutrition

Calories: 308 kcal
Fat Content: 16 g
Fiber Content: 2 g
Sugar Content: 4 g
Sodium Content: 771 mg
Protein Content: 11 g
Cholesterol Content: 19 mg
Carbohydrate Content: 33 g
Saturated Fat Content: 4 g
Unsaturated Fat Content: 0 g