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

Italian cuisine is famous for its use of fresh and vibrant ingredients, and one staple in Italian cooking is pasta. From spaghetti to penne, pasta dishes are a favorite among food lovers worldwide. One delightful way to enjoy pasta is in a refreshing salad, and this Italian Confetti Pasta Salad is sure to be a hit at any gathering.

This pasta salad is a celebration of color and flavor, hence the name "confetti." It's a vibrant medley of colorful vegetables, tender noodles, and zesty d...

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Ingredients

  • 2 cups colored rotini pasta
  • 1 cup mayonnaise
  • 1 tablespoon red wine vinegar
  • 1 clove garlic, minced
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • ¼ teaspoon ground black pepper
  • 1 ½ tablespoons chopped fresh basil
  • 1 cup chopped tomatoes
  • ½ cup chopped yellow bell pepper
  • ½ cup sliced black olives

Information

  • Prep Time: 10 mins
  • Cook Time: 10 mins
  • Additional Time: 3 hrs
  • Total Time: 3 hrs 20 mins
  • Servings: 6

  • Bring a large pot of lightly salted water to a boil; cook rotini at a boil until tender yet firm to the bite, about 8 minutes. Drain and rinse with cold water; set aside.
  • Whisk together mayonnaise, vinegar, garlic, salt, and pepper in a large bowl until well blended. Mix in basil.
  • Add rotini, tomatoes, bell pepper, and olives to mayonnaise mixture; fold gently until mixed. Chill in the refrigerator for 3 hours to overnight. Stir gently before serving.
  • Nutrition

    354 cal.

    • Total Fat: 31g
    • Saturated Fat: 5g
    • Cholesterol: 14mg
    • Sodium: 702mg
    • Total Carbohydrate: 18g
    • Dietary Fiber: 2g
    • Total Sugars: 2g
    • Protein: 3g
    • Vitamin C: 27mg
    • Calcium: 24mg
    • Iron: 1mg
    • Potassium: 143mg