How to Make Easy Italian Pasta Salad - A Step-by-Step Guide

Italian pasta salad is a refreshing and flavorful dish that is perfect for a summer gathering or a quick weeknight meal. This easy recipe is a great way to use up leftover vegetables and incorporates an array of bright colors and bold flavors that will please even the pickiest of eaters.

This pasta salad is incredibly versatile and can be customized to suit your individual taste preferences. Whether you prefer a vegetarian version or one loaded with protein, you can easily adapt this ...

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Ingredients

  • 1 (16 ounce) package bow-tie pasta
  • 2 large tomatoes, chopped
  • 1 green bell pepper, chopped
  • 1 yellow bell pepper, chopped
  • 1 cucumber, chopped
  • 2 (6 ounce) cans sliced black olives
  • 5 stalks celery, chopped
  • 1 (8 ounce) bottle Italian-style salad dressing, or more to taste

Information

  • Prep Time: 20 mins
  • Cook Time: 15 mins
  • Additional Time: 20 mins
  • Total Time: 55 mins
  • Servings: 15

  • Bring a large pot of lightly salted water to a boil. Cook bow tie pasta at a boil, stirring occasionally, until cooked through yet firm to the bite, about 12 minutes; drain. Rinse pasta in cold water until cool; drain.
  • Toss pasta, tomatoes, green bell pepper, yellow bell pepper, cucumber, black olives, and celery together in a large bowl.
  • Pour Italian-style dressing over pasta mixture; toss to coat.
  • Chill salad for 20 minutes before serving.
  • Nutrition

    189 cal.

    • Total Fat: 7g
    • Saturated Fat: 1g
    • Sodium: 456mg
    • Total Carbohydrate: 28g
    • Dietary Fiber: 3g
    • Total Sugars: 4g
    • Protein: 5g
    • Vitamin C: 25mg
    • Calcium: 40mg
    • Iron: 2mg
    • Potassium: 215mg