Ingredients
– 12 oz (about 340 grams) multi-colored fusilli pasta
– 1/2 can large black olives, pitted and sliced into 2-3 slices each (about 20 olives)
– 1/2 small jar green olives, sliced into 2-3 slices each (about 20 olives)
– 1/2 medium cucumber, diced (preferably English cucumber)
– 1 large beefsteak tomato or 3 Roma tomatoes, diced, or 1 cup halved cherry tomatoes
– 1 cup (240 ml) zesty Italian salad dressing, more as needed
– 2 to 4 tablespoons salad seasoning blend, more as needed
Instructions
1-Cook the 12 oz of multi-colored fusilli pasta al dente as per the package instructions, then drain and rinse it under cold water to cool it down.
2-In a large bowl, combine the cooked pasta with the sliced black olives, sliced green olives, diced cucumber, and diced tomatoes.
3-Pour in 1 cup of zesty Italian salad dressing and add 2 tablespoons of salad seasoning blend.
4-Mix everything thoroughly, then taste and add more seasoning or dressing until it reaches your preferred flavor.
5-Optionally, toss in extra olives, tomatoes, or cucumber if you want more crunch. Chill the salad in the refrigerator and let it sit for at least a day for the best taste. Add more dressing before serving, as the pasta will absorb it over time.
Last Step:
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🌾 Use gluten-free pasta if you have dietary restrictions.
🍖 Add pepperoni, salami, or mozzarella pieces for extra flavor and protein.
🥡 Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to five days.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Salad
- Method: Boiling, Mixing
- Cuisine: Italian
- Diet: Vegetarian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 180 calories
- Sugar: 3 grams
- Sodium: 300 milligrams
- Fat: 5 grams
- Saturated Fat: 1 gram
- Unsaturated Fat: 3 grams
- Trans Fat: 0 grams
- Carbohydrates: 28 grams
- Fiber: 2 grams
- Protein: 5 grams
- Cholesterol: 0 milligrams