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Olive Garden Pasta Salad

Savory Olive Garden Pasta Salad that Everyone Will Love

This Olive Garden Pasta Salad features creamy dressing and fresh vegetables, making it a delightful dish for any gathering.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Chilling Time 30 minutes
Total Time 55 minutes
Servings: 6 servings
Course: Salads
Cuisine: Italian
Calories: 250

Ingredients
  

For the Salad
  • 8 ounces Short pasta (rotini or penne)
  • 1 cup Bell peppers, diced
  • 1/2 cup Red onion, diced Soak in cold water to mellow flavor
  • 1/2 cup Olives (black or green), sliced
For the Dressing
  • 1/4 cup Olive oil
  • 1 tablespoon Italian seasoning
  • 1/4 cup Grated Parmesan cheese Use nutritional yeast for lighter option
Optional Add-Ins
  • 1 cup Cucumbers, diced Substitute for bell peppers
  • 1 cup Cherry tomatoes, halved
  • 1 cup Grilled chicken, diced For extra protein

Equipment

  • large pot
  • mixing bowl
  • spatula

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Boil a large pot of salted water over high heat. Add pasta and cook according to package instructions until al dente, typically 8-10 minutes. Drain and rinse under cold water.
  2. Dice the bell peppers and red onion, and slice the olives. Set aside in a mixing bowl.
  3. In a separate bowl, mix olive oil, Italian seasoning, and grated Parmesan cheese until smooth.
  4. In a large mixing bowl, combine cooled pasta and prepared vegetables. Pour the dressing over and toss gently.
  5. Serve immediately or chill in the refrigerator for about 30 minutes before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1cupCalories: 250kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 7gFat: 12gSaturated Fat: 2gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 9gCholesterol: 5mgSodium: 300mgPotassium: 250mgFiber: 3gSugar: 2gVitamin A: 15IUVitamin C: 50mgCalcium: 10mgIron: 8mg

Notes

This pasta salad is freezer-friendly and can be made ahead of time for meal prep.

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