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A colorful bowl of Classic Italian Pasta Salad with rotini, tomatoes, and mozzarella pearls

Classic Italian Pasta Salad

Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings 6 servings
Calories 385 kcal

Ingredients
  

  • 16 ounces rotini pasta
  • 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
  • 1 cup English cucumber, diced
  • 1/2 cup red onion, finely diced
  • 1/2 cup black olives, sliced
  • 8 ounces mozzarella pearls
  • 4 ounces Genoa salami, cubed
  • 1/2 cup red bell pepper, diced
  • 3/4 cup Italian vinaigrette dressing
  • 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
  • 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped

Instructions
 

  • Boil a large pot of salted water and cook rotini pasta according to package instructions until al dente.
  • Drain the pasta and rinse immediately under cold running water to stop the cooking process.
  • In a large mixing bowl, combine the cooled pasta, cherry tomatoes, cucumber, red onion, olives, mozzarella pearls, salami, and bell pepper.
  • Pour the Italian vinaigrette over the ingredients and toss thoroughly to ensure even coating.
  • Fold in the grated Parmesan cheese and chopped parsley.
  • Cover the bowl and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes to allow the flavors to meld before serving.