Tri Colored Pasta Salad
This Tri Colored Pasta Salad is a vibrant and flavorful dish perfect for any occasion. It combines colorful pasta, fresh mozzarella, savory olives, and roasted red peppers, all tossed in a zesty Italian dressing for a simple, delicious side.
Ingredients
- 1 box (12 oz) tri color pasta
- 8 ounces mozzarella balls cut in half
- 1 cup olives cut in half
- 1 cup roasted red peppers chopped
- 1 cup Italian Dressing
Instructions
- Cook the pasta: Cook tri-color pasta in a large pot of salted water according to the package directions until it is al dente.
- Drain and cool: Drain the cooked pasta in a colander and immediately rinse it under cold running water to cool it down and stop the cooking process.
- Combine ingredients: In a large bowl, combine the cooled pasta, mozzarella balls, olives, and roasted red peppers.
- Dress and toss: Pour Italian dressing over the salad and toss everything gently until all the ingredients are evenly coated and well combined.
- Chill and serve: For the best flavor, let the salad chill in the refrigerator for at least 30 minutes before you serve it.
Notes
- Feel free to add other fresh veggies like cherry tomatoes or cucumbers.
- For extra flavor, you can add a sprinkle of grated Parmesan cheese.
- If making ahead, you might want to add a bit more dressing before serving.
- Store any leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 3 days.
- This salad tastes even better the next day as the flavors meld together.