Quick Italian Pasta Salad Recipe

Name: Quick Italian Pasta Salad
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 (12 ounce) box barilla tri-color spiral pasta; 1 (16 fluid ounce) bottle kraft zesty fat-free Italian salad dressing; 1 medium cucumber; 1 medium bell pepper (any color will do); 3 medium roma tomatoes; 1/2 medium red onion (purple); 1 small zucchini or 1 medium zucchini; 1 teaspoon italian seasoning; diced cheese (optional); diced pepperoni (optional)

Servings: persons

1
Cook pasta according to package directions, about 8 minutes. Drain and rinse with cold water. Set aside to drain well.
2
Cut cucumber, bell pepper, and onion into bite sized pieces. Place into the bowl you will be using for the salad.
3
Cut tomatoes in half and and in half again and deseed. Cut into bite sized pieces. Add to the bowl.
4
Cut stem and bottom off zucchini. Shred zucchini and add to the other vegetables.
5
Make sure the pasta is very well drained, and add to the bowl.
6
Pour salad dressing over pasta and vegetables. Use as little or as much as you like. I think it needs quite a bit since the pasta will soak some up.
7
Add the italian seasoning.
8
Mix well and chill at least 4 to 6 hours or over night for best flavors. Stirring occasionally.
9
To serve top with diced cheese and pepperoni if using.

120

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

Feel free to swap in similar ingredients you already have on hand and adjust seasoning to taste.

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 (12 ounce) box barilla tri-color spiral pasta, 1 (16 fluid ounce) bottle kraft zesty fat-free Italian salad dressing, 1 medium cucumber, 1 medium bell pepper (any color will do), and more.

Yes, Quick Italian Pasta Salad 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!

Quick Italian Pasta Salad

Tips for the best results

Variations & substitutions

My Personal Notes

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