Description
RED WHITE AND BLUE PASTA SALAD is a delightful and festive dish that perfectly captures the spirit of summer gatherings and patriotic celebrations. This vibrant salad features colorful rotini pasta dyed in striking red and blue hues, complemented by fresh cherry tomatoes, mozzarella cheese, and savory pepperoni. It’s not only visually stunning but also bursting with refreshing flavors, making it an ideal addition to barbecues, picnics, or any festive occasion. Easy to prepare and perfect for make-ahead meals, this pasta salad will impress your guests while adding a touch of fun to your table.
Ingredients
Scale
- 16 ounces rotini pasta
- Red and blue food coloring
- 1 pint cherry tomatoes
- 1 cup mozzarella cheese cubes
- ¾ cup pepperoni pieces
- ½ cup black olives
- 16 ounces Italian dressing
Instructions
- Cook the rotini pasta according to package directions until al dente; drain and rinse.
- Divide cooked pasta into three portions. Use Ziploc bags to dye one portion red and another blue with food coloring; mix well.
- Toss the third portion with olive oil to prevent sticking.
- In a large bowl, combine all colored pasta with cherry tomatoes, mozzarella, pepperoni, olives, and Italian dressing. Mix thoroughly.
- Chill for at least one hour before serving to enhance flavors.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: SALADS
- Method: Mixing
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 430
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 820mg
- Fat: 24g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 15g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 38g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 14g
- Cholesterol: 40mg