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Addictive Crack Pasta Salad

Addictive Crack Pasta Salad: Your Must-Try Summer Delight

Addictive Crack Pasta Salad is a vibrant dish combining tender pasta and crisp vegetables in a zesty dressing, perfect for summer gatherings.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Chilling Time 30 minutes
Total Time 55 minutes
Servings: 6 servings
Course: Salad
Cuisine: American
Calories: 300

Ingredients
  

For the Pasta
  • 8 ounces short pasta (rotini or penne)
For the Vegetables
  • 1 cup chopped fresh tomatoes ripe tomatoes
  • 1 cup chopped cucumbers crisp cucumbers
  • 1 cup chopped bell pepper
  • optional veggies (zucchini, corn) for added nutrition
For the Dressing
  • 1 cup garlic-infused Italian dressing homemade or store-bought
  • to taste salt
  • to taste pepper
For Optional Protein
  • 1 cup grilled chicken or turkey adds protein to the salad

Equipment

  • Large pot
  • colander
  • Mixing Bowl
  • Serving spoons
  • Plastic wrap or lid

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Bring a large pot of salted water to a rolling boil. Add the short pasta and cook according to package instructions until al dente, about 8-10 minutes. Drain and rinse under cold water.
  2. While the pasta cools, wash and chop the fresh vegetables into bite-sized pieces, selecting ingredients like tomatoes, cucumbers, and bell peppers for a colorful presentation.
  3. In a separate bowl, combine the garlic-infused Italian dressing with salt and pepper to taste. Whisk until well blended.
  4. Once the pasta is cool, add it to the bowl with the chopped vegetables. Pour the dressing over everything and gently toss to combine.
  5. Transfer the salad mixture into a large serving bowl or storage container. Cover and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes.
  6. Before serving, give the salad a gentle stir and adjust seasoning if necessary. Serve chilled.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 300kcalCarbohydrates: 45gProtein: 10gFat: 12gSaturated Fat: 2gCholesterol: 30mgSodium: 500mgPotassium: 400mgFiber: 5gSugar: 3gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 30mgCalcium: 40mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Feel free to customize with other veggies or proteins to suit your taste.

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