Description
Indulge in the vibrant flavors of this Italian Pasta Salad, a colorful and refreshing dish that brings together tender rotini pasta, savory turkey slices, and an array of fresh vegetables. Perfect for picnics, potlucks, or a quick weeknight dinner, this salad is not only quick to prepare but also incredibly versatile. Tossed in a zesty Italian dressing, it is sure to please both kids and adults alike. With just 20 minutes of prep time and the ability to chill in the fridge for maximum flavor melding, this dish is an easy go-to for any occasion.
Ingredients
- 12 ounces tri-color rotini pasta
- 2/3 pound chopped Italian turkey slices
- 1/2 chopped green bell pepper
- 1/2 chopped red bell pepper
- 1/2 chopped red onion
- 1/2 cup grape tomatoes (halved)
- 8 ounces mozzarella cheese (cubed)
- 6 ounces black olives (sliced)
- 1/2 cup shredded Parmesan cheese
- 1 cup Italian dressing
Instructions
- Cook the rotini pasta in a large pot of boiling water until al dente according to package directions. Drain and rinse with cold water.
- In a large mixing bowl, combine the cooled pasta with chopped turkey slices, green and red bell peppers, red onion, grape tomatoes, mozzarella cubes, black olives, Parmesan cheese, Italian dressing, Italian seasoning, salt, and pepper. Toss gently until well mixed.
- Cover the bowl with plastic wrap or a lid and chill in the refrigerator for at least two hours. Serve chilled.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Mixing
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 780mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 36g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 15g
- Cholesterol: 30mg
Keywords: For added crunch, consider including diced cucumbers or shredded carrots. Experiment with different dressings like balsamic vinaigrette for a unique twist. If you prefer a vegetarian option, replace turkey with chickpeas or additional veggies.