Pretty Party Pasta Salad

May 10, 2023May 10, 20230 14

Pretty Party Pasta Salad for your next summer barbecue

by The Chefin Salad

Prep

15 min

Cook

10 min

Ready In

25 min

Level

Very easy

Rating

Ingredients

	8 ounces tri-colored pasta , any shape
	1 cup grated parmesan cheese , from the deli
	1 cup fat-free Italian salad dressing
	1 red bell pepper , chopped
	1 red onion , chopped
	1/2 lb cheddar cheese , cut in 1/2 inch cubes
	2 cups broccoli florets , steamed til barely tender
	1/2 cup sliced ripe olives

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe

Calories

345

Sugar

Fat

16g

Pretty Party Pasta Salad is a fun and festive dish that is perfect for summertime gatherings. The tri-colored pasta, colorful bell pepper, and ripe olives make this dish look as good as it tastes. The broccoli provides a nice crunch and adds some additional nutrition. This salad is easy to make and can be customized to your liking with additional vegetables or meats. Serve it alongside grilled meats or burgers for a complete meal.

Instructions

1.	Cook the pasta according to package instructions and drain.
2.	In a large bowl, mix together the cooked pasta, parmesan cheese, Italian dressing, red bell pepper, red onion, cheddar cheese, broccoli florets, and ripe olives.
3.	Chill the pasta salad in the refrigerator for at least an hour before serving.

PROS

Pretty Party Pasta Salad is a colorful and flavorful dish that is perfect for summer barbecues and picnics.

It’s also a great way to get in your daily servings of vegetables.

CONS

Pasta salad can be high in calories, especially when made with creamy dressings or added meats such as bacon or ham.
It’s important to watch portion sizes and choose lighter dressings when possible.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

This salad is a good source of fiber, vitamins, and antioxidants from the bell pepper, broccoli, and olives.
The use of a fat-free Italian dressing helps to keep the calorie and fat content low.