Italian Pasta Salad for 20

May 09, 2023May 9, 20230 3

Delicious Italian Pasta Salad recipe for any party size

by The Chefin Pastaalad

Prep

15 min

Cook

10 min

Ready In

25 min

Level

Very easy

Rating

Ingredients

	20 ounces uncooked tri-color spiral pasta
	3 heads broccoli
	2 medium sweet red peppers
	8 ounces sliced pepperoni
	1 1/2 cups bottled Italian dressing ( any flavor , including low-fat or fat-free )

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe

Calories

233

Sugar

Fat

11g

This Italian Pasta Salad is a classic dish that is perfect for any party or gathering. It is versatile and can be easily adapted to suit different tastes. Featuring tri-colored spiral pasta, broccoli, red peppers, and pepperoni, this salad is full of flavor and nutrients. The dressing is what brings it all together. Any flavor of bottled Italian dressing can be used, but if you want to reduce calories and sodium, opt for a low-fat or fat-free version. This recipe serves 20 and is perfect for a crowd. It can also be made in advance and stored in the refrigerator until ready to serve.

Instructions

1.	Cook pasta according to package instructions. Drain and rinse with cold water.
2.	Cut broccoli into bite-sized florets and rinse. Cut red peppers into thin strips and set aside.
3.	In a large bowl, mix together the cooked pasta, broccoli florets, red pepper strips, and sliced pepperoni.
4.	Pour Italian dressing over mixture and stir until well combined.

PROS

This Italian Pasta Salad is quick and easy to make.
It is perfect for any party size and can be enjoyed as a side dish or a main course.
It is also a great way to get in some veggies!

CONS

The bottled Italian dressing may contain high amounts of sodium and preservatives.
Additionally, the pepperoni in this recipe may be high in calories and fat, making this dish less healthy compared to other salad options.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

This Italian Pasta Salad can still provide some health benefits. Broccoli is high in vitamins C and K and may have cancer-fighting properties. Red peppers are also high in vitamin C and may improve eye health. Whole grain pasta is a good source of fiber and may help with digestion.