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Pasta Salad

This vibrant and flavorful pasta salad is simple to prepare and perfect for summer gatherings like picnics and parties. Originally passed down from a dear friend, this beloved recipe has been a go-to for many years.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 6
Course: Pasta
Cuisine: American
Ingredients Method

Ingredients
  

  • 1 pound tri-colored spiral pasta
  • 1 16-ounce bottle of Italian-style salad dressing
  • 6 tablespoons of salad seasoning mix
  • 1 green bell pepper chopped
  • 1 red bell pepper diced
  • ½ yellow bell pepper chopped
  • 2 cups cherry tomatoes diced
  • 1 2.25-ounce can black olives, chopped

Method
 

  1. Begin by assembling all necessary ingredients.
  2. In a large pot, bring lightly salted water to a boil. Add the pasta and cook, stirring occasionally, until it reaches an al dente texture—approximately 10 to 12 minutes. Rinse the pasta under cold water and drain thoroughly.
  3. In a separate bowl, whisk together the Italian dressing and salad seasoning mix until a smooth consistency is achieved.
  4. In a large salad bowl, combine the pasta, tomatoes, green, red, and yellow bell peppers, and black olives.
  5. Pour the prepared dressing over the pasta mixture and gently toss to ensure even coating.
  6. Serve and enjoy the delightful flavors of this colorful dish.