How to Make Summer Picnic Pasta Salad - A Step-by-Step Guide

Summer is here, and that means it's time for picnics in the park, beach days, and outdoor gatherings with friends and family. And what better way to celebrate the season than with a delicious and refreshing Summer Picnic Pasta Salad? This dish is the perfect addition to any outdoor meal, as it's light, flavorful, and easy to transport. Whether you're heading to a potluck, hosting a barbecue, or simply enjoying a day in the sun, this pasta salad is sure to be a hit.

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Ingredients

  • 1 pouch Barilla® Ready Pasta Penne
  • 1 cup red and yellow cherry tomatoes
  • ¼ cup Italian dressing
  • Basil, shredded
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • 2 tablespoons Parmigiano-Reggiano cheese

Information

  • Prep Time: 5 mins
  • Cook Time: 2 mins
  • Total Time: 7 mins
  • Servings: 2
  • Yield: 2 servings

  • Tear corner of Ready Pasta pouch to vent, then microwave for one minute.
  • Cut tomatoes in half and combine with pasta, adding in Italian dressing and basil.
  • Season with salt and pepper and top with cheese.
  • Nutrition

    332 cal.

    • Total Fat: 12g
    • Saturated Fat: 2g
    • Cholesterol: 4mg
    • Sodium: 856mg
    • Total Carbohydrate: 49g
    • Dietary Fiber: 3g
    • Total Sugars: 5g
    • Protein: 10g
    • Vitamin C: 14mg
    • Calcium: 63mg
    • Iron: 1mg
    • Potassium: 189mg