This Easy 6 Ingredient Italian Pasta Salad is the perfect dish for any gathering or quick side meal. It’s refreshing, flavorful, and packed with vibrant ingredients. With only six simple ingredients, this pasta salad is a breeze to make, yet so satisfying.
Ingredients:
- 8 oz rotini or penne pasta
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
- 1 cup mozzarella balls or cubes (fresh or shredded)
- ¼ cup Italian dressing (store-bought or homemade)
- 1/4 cup black olives, sliced
- 1/4 cup fresh basil, chopped (optional for garnish)
Directions:
- Cook the Pasta: Boil the pasta according to the package instructions, then drain and rinse with cold water to cool it down.
- Prepare the Veggies: While the pasta is cooling, slice the cherry tomatoes, olives, and mozzarella.
- Mix It Up: In a large mixing bowl, combine the cooked pasta, cherry tomatoes, mozzarella, and olives.
- Add the Dressing: Pour the Italian dressing over the pasta mixture and toss everything together until evenly coated.
- Chill and Serve: Garnish with chopped fresh basil if desired, and refrigerate for about 30 minutes before serving. This helps the flavors to meld together!
Prep Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 10 minutes (for pasta)
Total Time: 20 minutes
Servings: 4-6
Calories per Serving: ~200 (depending on specific ingredients used)
This Easy 6 Ingredient Italian Pasta Salad is perfect for picnics, barbecues, or just a quick side dish with dinner. Let me know how it turns out!