Description
Italian Pasta Salad is a vibrant and refreshing dish that’s perfect for any occasion, whether it’s a potluck, picnic, or a quick family dinner. Bursting with flavors from rotini pasta, lean turkey slices, fresh mozzarella, and a colorful assortment of vegetables, this salad delivers both taste and nutrition. The homemade Italian dressing ties everything together, creating a delightful dish that can be prepared ahead of time. With its versatility, this pasta salad is sure to please the palate of both kids and adults alike.
Ingredients
Scale
- 8 oz rotini pasta
- 6 oz turkey slices
- 10 oz cherry tomatoes
- 1/2 English cucumber
- 1/2 medium red onion
- 1/2 cup roasted red peppers
- 8 oz fresh mozzarella
- 1/2 cup black olives
- 1/2 cup kalamata olives
- 1/3 cup parsley
- 1 cup Italian dressing
Instructions
- In a large pot of salted water, cook rotini pasta according to package instructions until al dente. Drain and rinse under cold water.
- While the pasta cooks, chop the cucumber, onion, and tomatoes as per the ingredient list.
- In a large mixing bowl, combine cooled pasta with turkey slices, chopped vegetables, cheese, olives, roasted peppers, and parsley. Drizzle with Italian dressing and toss gently to coat.
- Serve immediately or refrigerate for 1-3 hours to enhance flavor before serving.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Boiling
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 580mg
- Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 38g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 18g
- Cholesterol: 30mg