Classic Italian Pasta Salad
A vibrant and refreshing dish made with rotini pasta, cherry tomatoes, olives, cucumbers, and mozzarella, all tossed in zesty Italian dressing. Perfect for any occasion.
Ingredients
Main Ingredients
- 3 cups cooked rotini pasta Cook according to package instructions
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
- 1/2 cup sliced olives
- 1/2 cup diced cucumber
- 1/2 cup Italian dressing Use high-quality for best flavor
- 1/2 cup mozzarella cubes Use dairy-free cheese for vegan version
Instructions
Preparation
- Cook the rotini pasta according to the package instructions. Once cooked, drain the pasta and rinse it under cold water to cool down. Set aside.
- In a large mixing bowl, combine the cooled pasta, halved cherry tomatoes, sliced olives, and diced cucumber.
- Add the mozzarella cubes to the bowl.
- Pour the Italian dressing over the ingredients in the bowl.
- Toss everything together until the pasta and vegetables are evenly coated with the dressing.
- Cover the bowl with plastic wrap or a lid and refrigerate for at least 1 hour to allow the flavors to meld together.
- Before serving, give the salad a quick toss to redistribute the dressing. Enjoy!
Notes
Store in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. If the salad seems dry after storing, refresh it with a little more Italian dressing before serving.