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Olive Garden Inspired Pasta Salad

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A vibrant and flavorful pasta salad featuring rotini, fresh vegetables, and Italian dressing that transports you to a garden of indulgence.

Ingredients

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  • 8 ounces rotini pasta
  • 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
  • 1 cup cucumber, diced
  • 1/2 cup red onion, thinly sliced
  • 1/2 cup black olives, sliced
  • 1/2 cup bell pepper, diced
  • 1/4 cup Parmesan cheese, grated
  • 1/2 cup Italian dressing
  • Salt and pepper to taste

Instructions

  1. Cook the rotini pasta: Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Add the pasta and cook according to package instructions, about 8-10 minutes. Drain, then rinse under cold water to stop the cooking process.
  2. Combine the ingredients: In a large mixing bowl, combine the cooled pasta, halved cherry tomatoes, diced cucumber, thinly sliced red onion, black olives, diced bell pepper, and grated Parmesan cheese.
  3. Dress the salad: Pour the Italian dressing over the salad ingredients. Toss gently to coat all components evenly.
  4. Season: Sprinkle salt and pepper to taste.
  5. Chill: Cover the bowl with plastic wrap or transfer the salad to an airtight container. Allow it to chill in the refrigerator for at least 30 minutes before serving.

Notes

This salad tastes even better after sitting for a few hours or overnight. Avoid overcooking the pasta and always rinse it to maintain the perfect texture.

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Keywords: pasta salad, Olive Garden, Italian, vegetarian, summer recipes

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