Italian Pasta Salad For One
This Italian pasta salad is a fresh and flavorful dish made with pasta, mozzarella, salami, crisp vegetables, and a tangy vinaigrette. It’s easy to make, customizable, and perfect for a quick meal or side dish.
Servings: 1 serving
Equipment
Ingredients
- ½ cup uncooked rotini pasta (about 1 cup of cooked pasta)
- ⅓ cup chopped red bell peppers
- ¼ cup broccoli florets
- 1 ounce salami -chopped
- 8 pitted black olives
- 3 tablespoons Italian salad dressing
- 2 tablespoons crumbled feta cheese
- 2 tablespoons shredded mozzarella cheese
Instructions
- Cook the Pasta: Boil the pasta according to the package instructions. Drain and let it cool completely.
- Mix the Salad: In a large bowl, combine the cooled pasta with the rest of the ingredients. Toss everything together until well mixed.
- Serve and Enjoy: Your Italian pasta salad is ready to eat! Serve it right away or chill it for even more flavor.
Notes
- Choose the Right Pasta: Use short pasta with ridges, like rotini, fusilli, or penne. These shapes hold onto the dressing, so every bite is flavorful.
- Let the Pasta Cool: Adding ingredients to hot pasta can make the salad soggy. Let it cool first to keep everything fresh and crisp.
- Make It Your Own: Adjust the cheese, vegetables, or dressing to your taste—there’s no wrong way to enjoy it.
- Cook to Al Dente: Slightly firm pasta holds up better in the salad. Overcooked pasta can turn mushy and lose its texture.
Nutrition
Serving: 1serving | Calories: 445kcal | Carbohydrates: 36g | Protein: 23g | Fat: 38g | Saturated Fat: 14g | Cholesterol: 76mg | Sodium: 1089mg | Potassium: 386mg | Fiber: 4g | Sugar: 10g | Vitamin A: 2166IU | Vitamin C: 84mg | Calcium: 344mg | Iron: 1mg
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