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Retro Pasta Salad

Retro Pasta Salad: A Nostalgic Twist for Fresh Flavor!

Enjoy a delightful Retro Pasta Salad that captures the essence of summer picnics and vibrant flavors.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Chilling Time 30 minutes
Total Time 55 minutes
Servings: 6 servings
Course: Salad
Cuisine: American
Calories: 320
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Pasta
  • 2 cups Pasta (rotini or penne)
For the Veggies
  • 1 cup Bell Peppers (mixed colors)
  • 1 cup Cherry Tomatoes
  • 1/2 cup Red Onion soaked in cold water briefly
  • 1 cup Cucumbers sliced thin
For the Proteins
  • 1 cup Pepperoni or Salami cut into small strips or cubes
  • 1 cup Cheese (Cheddar or Mozzarella) cubed
For the Dressing
  • 1/2 cup Italian Dressing
Optional Add-ins
  • 1/2 cup Olives green or black
  • 1 cup Chickpeas

Equipment

  • large pot
  • colander
  • cutting board
  • knife
  • mixing bowl
  • spatula

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions for Retro Pasta Salad
  1. Prepare the Pasta: Boil salted water, cook pasta until al dente, drain, and rinse with cold water.
  2. Chop the Veggies: Dice bell peppers, halve cherry tomatoes, thinly slice cucumber and red onion. Add to mixing bowl.
  3. Add Proteins and Cheese: Incorporate sliced pepperoni or salami and cubed cheese to the veggies.
  4. Mix it All Together: Fold the cooled pasta into the mixing bowl with veggies and proteins.
  5. Dress the Salad: Drizzle Italian dressing and toss gently to combine.
  6. Chill and Serve: Refrigerate for at least 30 minutes, then serve.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 320kcalCarbohydrates: 35gProtein: 12gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 6gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 6gCholesterol: 30mgSodium: 520mgPotassium: 300mgFiber: 3gSugar: 2gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 30mgCalcium: 200mgIron: 1.5mg

Notes

Customize with your favorite ingredients and enjoy the fresh flavors. Perfect for potlucks and barbecues.

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