This is a super easy Pasta Salad recipe that is loaded with tons of veggies and dressed with a store bought salad dressing! It makes a great cold side dish for a bbq or cookout!
¼cupred onion, chopped **These Are Optionalrinse your red onion so the flavor doesn't take over the salad. Could also use green onion.
½lbpasta, cooked to al dente per package instructions, do not rinse I like to use rotini or cavatappi
1cupZesty Italian Dressingsee notes*
Instructions
Cook your pasta to al dente according to package instructions.
Meanwhile prep your veggies and place in the bottom of a large serving bowl - 1 cup black olives, 1 cup peppers, 1 cup cherry tomatoes, 1 cup cucumbers, 1 cup frozen peas, and ¼ red onion (optional).
Drain the pasta but DO NOT rinse. Place the hot pasta over the veggies then pour 1 cup Zesty Italian Dressing over top. Give it a few stirs to coat.
Cover and place in the fridge for 2 hours up to 12 hours before serving. If you are able, stir it a few times while it refrigerates to redistribute any dressing.