5 from 1 vote

Quick and Easy Italian Pasta Salad

By: Julia Pacheco
This quick and easy Italian pasta salad is a fresh and zesty side dish that’s perfect for potlucks, picnics, or make-ahead lunches.
Prep: 20 minutes
Cook: 40 minutes
Total: 1 hour
Servings: 4 servings
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Ingredients 

  • ½ lb tricolor rotini pasta
  • ½ red onion, diced
  • 1.5 cups cherry tomatoes, sliced
  • ½ cup feta cheese
  • 1 english cucumber, diced
  • ¼ cup black olives, sliced
  • ½ cup Italian salad dressing, I used the olive garden brand

Instructions 

  • Boil the pasta according to the package directions, drain and let the pasta completely cool down.
  • In a larger bowl add the cooled pasta, veggies, feta cheese, and dressing stir to combine and cover with a lid or cling wrap and chill for at least 30 minutes. Enjoy

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Notes

  • You can add more veggies or toppings you enjoy to this pasta salad.

    • Nutrition

    Calories: 369kcal | Carbohydrates: 64g | Protein: 11g | Fat: 6g | Saturated Fat: 3g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 1g | Monounsaturated Fat: 2g | Cholesterol: 17mg | Sodium: 3455mg | Potassium: 394mg | Fiber: 3g | Sugar: 5g | Vitamin A: 465IU | Vitamin C: 16mg | Calcium: 130mg | Iron: 2mg

    Nutrition information is automatically calculated, so should only be used as an approximation.

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    About Julia Pacheco

    Hello, I’m Julia Pacheco, and I’m so glad you’re here! I’m a published cookbook author with a passion for creating delicious, budget-friendly meals. My blog focuses on recipes that are accessible and enjoyable, because I truly believe in the power of food to heal, inspire, and bring people together. From early lessons in the kitchen with my mom to navigating life on WIC and food stamps, I’ve learned the value of making every meal count. Cooking has been my creative outlet, a way to connect with others, and it even helped me land my dream job.

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    1 Comment

    1. Aunt Ro says:

      5 stars

      Just made this tonight for a pool party tomorrow. It is so easy and so yummy. Olive Garden Light Italian Dressing is a great suggestion!

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