Chris Perry’S Pasta Salad

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Servings: 6 Difficulty: Intermediate
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A vibrant, hearty pasta salad loaded with fresh veggies, savory pepperoni, and melted cheese for a perfect picnic or potluck dish.
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This hearty pasta salad is a crowd-pleasing favorite that combines the comfort of warm pasta with the freshness of crisp vegetables. The trio of red onion, green pepper, and cubed tomato provides a bright, crunchy texture that contrasts beautifully with the soft, cooked three-color pasta. Melted shredded cheddar cheese and savory pepperoni add a rich, salty depth, while chopped black olives bring a briny kick. Tossed with a classic Italian dressing, the flavors meld together as the salad chills, making it perfect for picnics, BBQs, or easy weeknight dinners. It’s a satisfying, no-fuss meal that tastes even better the next day.

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Chris Perry’S Pasta Salad

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Difficulty: Intermediate
Servings: 6 Calories: 748.5

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This hearty pasta salad is a crowd-pleasing favorite that combines the comfort of warm pasta with the freshness of crisp vegetables. The trio of red onion, green pepper, and cubed tomato provides a bright, crunchy texture that contrasts beautifully with the soft, cooked three-color pasta. Melted shredded cheddar cheese and savory pepperoni add a rich, salty depth, while chopped black olives bring a briny kick. Tossed with a classic Italian dressing, the flavors meld together as the salad chills, making it perfect for picnics, BBQs, or easy weeknight dinners. It&# 226;ÂÂs a satisfying, no-fuss meal that tastes even better the next day.

Ingredients

Directions

  1. Cook the box of three-color pasta according to package directions until al dente. Drain and rinse under cold water to stop the cooking process.
  2. While the pasta is still warm, place it in a large mixing bowl and add the shredded cheddar cheese so it melts slightly into the pasta.
  3. Add the chopped red onion, chopped green pepper, cubed tomato, chopped black olives, and sliced pepperoni to the bowl with the pasta.
  4. Toss the ingredients together gently until evenly combined.
  5. Cover the bowl and refrigerate the salad for at least 1 hour to allow the flavors to meld and the pasta to cool completely.
  6. About 30 minutes before serving, pour the Presto Italian dressing over the salad and toss thoroughly to coat.
  7. Taste and adjust seasoning with salt and pepper if needed. Serve chilled.

Nutrition Facts

Servings 6

Amount Per Serving
Calories 748.5kcal
% Daily Value *
Total Fat 51.0g79%
Saturated Fat 18.0g90%
Cholesterol 126.0mg42%
Sodium 2050.0mg86%
Total Carbohydrate 6.2g3%
Dietary Fiber 0.5g2%
Sugars 1.1g
Protein 43.8g88%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily value may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.

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