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Easy Pasta Salad with Fresh Veggies

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A refreshing and colorful pasta salad packed with fresh vegetables and nutrients, perfect for gatherings, lunch, or a quick dinner.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Total Time 25 minutes
Servings: 6 servings
Course: Main Course, Salad, Side Dish
Cuisine: American, Italian
Calories: 250

Ingredients
  

Main Ingredients
  • 1 box 12 oz tri-color rotini pasta Cooked al dente
  • 1 pint grape tomatoes (halved)
  • 1.5 cups diced English cucumber
  • 1.5 cups tiny chopped broccoli florets
  • 1 cup chopped yellow bell pepper
  • 1 cup olives (sliced)
  • 3/4 cup thinly sliced baby carrots
  • 1/3 cup chopped red onion
  • 1/2 cup finely shredded parmesan cheese
  • 1 1/3 cups bottled Italian salad dressing (preferably Kraft)

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Cook the tri-color rotini pasta according to the package instructions until it's al dente. Avoid adding salt to the water.
  2. Once cooked, drain the pasta and rinse it under cold water.
  3. In a large mixing bowl, combine the cooled pasta, halved tomatoes, chopped broccoli, bell pepper, sliced olives, diced cucumber, sliced carrots, chopped red onion, and shredded parmesan cheese.
  4. Pour the Italian salad dressing over the ingredients in the bowl and toss everything together until it is evenly coated.
  5. Cover the bowl and chill the pasta salad in the refrigerator for at least 30 minutes or up to 1 day. If needed, add a little more dressing before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1gCalories: 250kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 7gFat: 12gSaturated Fat: 4gSodium: 500mgFiber: 3gSugar: 3g

Notes

Serve chilled or at room temperature. Great as a side dish or main course. Add grilled chicken or shrimp for a protein boost. Garnish with extra parmesan cheese or fresh herbs for added flavor. Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for 3-5 days.
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