Easy and Flavorful Italian Pasta Salad Recipe A fresh, colorful, and

Ingredients:

• 8 ounces rotini pasta
• 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
• ½ cup cucumber, diced
• ½ cup black olives, sliced
• ½ cup red bell pepper, diced
• ¼ cup red onion, finely chopped
• ½ cup mozzarella pearls (or cubed mozzarella)
• ¼ cup grated Parmesan cheese

For the Dressing:

• ½ cup Italian dressing (store-bought or homemade)
• 1 tablespoon olive oil
• 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
• Salt and black pepper to taste

Instructions:

1. Cook the rotini pasta according to package instructions until al dente. Drain and rinse under cold water to cool completely.
2. In a large bowl, combine the cooled pasta, cherry tomatoes, cucumber, olives, bell pepper, red onion, and mozzarella.
3. In a small bowl, whisk together Italian dressing, olive oil, Italian seasoning, salt, and pepper.
4. Pour the dressing over the pasta mixture and toss until evenly coated.
5. Sprinkle with Parmesan cheese and mix gently.
6. Cover and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes before serving to allow flavors to blend.

Tips

• Add sliced salami or grilled chicken for extra protein.
• For best flavor, make it a few hours ahead of time.
• Store in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.