Pasta Salad (No Italian Dressing) Recipe

Name: Pasta Salad (No Italian Dressing)
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 lb pasta, of your choice; 1 green pepper, chopped; 1 yellow pepper, chopped; 1 red pepper, chopped; 1/2 red onion, chopped (optional); 2 small fresh mozzarella balls, cut into small pieces; 2/3 cup oil; 1/3 cup vinegar; 1 tablespoon sugar; 1 tablespoon italian seasoning (or more, to taste)

Servings: persons

1
Cook, drain, and rinse (with cold water) the pasta.
2
Mix pasta, vegetables, and cheese in a large bowl.
3
In a small bowl, mix oil, vinegar, sugar, and seasonings.
4
Add oil/vinegar mixture to the pasta mixture until the pasta appears well-oiled. You may not need the entire amount however, save it. Many times, if you do not eat the pasta salad right away (or save leftovers in the fridge) you will want to add a little more oil mixture to the pasta - kind of freshens it up.
5
Note: You can add whatever fresh vegetables you have on hand. Also works great with roasted vegetables. Also, short noodles work better than long ones - ie: rotini is better than spaghetti - everything gets mixed up a lot better.

905

kcal

Calories

Fat

Carbs

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Brown sugar instead of white sugar adds a deeper, more caramel-like flavor.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 10 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1 lb pasta, of your choice, 1 green pepper, chopped, 1 yellow pepper, chopped, 1 red pepper, chopped, and more.

Yes, Pasta Salad (No Italian Dressing) falls under the Pasta & Noodles category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Keep refrigerated in an airtight container and enjoy within 1–2 days for the best freshness. Best served cold — no reheating needed.

That's it — enjoy your meal!

Pasta Salad (No Italian Dressing)

Tips for the best results

Variations & substitutions

My Personal Notes

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