{"id":237926,"date":"2025-05-12T11:16:49","date_gmt":"2025-05-12T11:16:49","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/peraltafinancing.com\/recipes\/category-a-b\/budget-food\/summer-pasta-salad-recipe-with-italian-dressing\/"},"modified":"2025-05-12T11:16:49","modified_gmt":"2025-05-12T11:16:49","slug":"summer-pasta-salad-recipe-with-italian-dressing","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/fivemor.com\/?p=237926","title":{"rendered":"Summer Pasta Salad Recipe with Italian Dressing"},"content":{"rendered":"<p> <br \/>\n<\/p>\n<div>\n<img loading=\"lazy\" width=\"1000\" height=\"2000\" decoding=\"async\" class=\" social-rocket-hidden-pinterest-image\" style=\"display: none;\" alt=\"This easy summer pasta salad is a must-make for every BBQ, picnic, or potluck! Loaded with crisp veggies, tender rotini pasta, and tossed in zesty Italian dressing with a secret seasoning that takes it over the top\u2014this refreshing pasta salad recipe is quick, budget-friendly, and totally crave-worthy. The perfect cold side dish for hot summer days!\" data-pin-description=\"This easy summer pasta salad is a must-make for every BBQ, picnic, or potluck! Loaded with crisp veggies, tender rotini pasta, and tossed in zesty Italian dressing with a secret seasoning that takes it over the top\u2014this refreshing pasta salad recipe is quick, budget-friendly, and totally crave-worthy. The perfect cold side dish for hot summer days!\" data-pin-url=\"https:\/\/amindfullmom.com\/easy-pasta-salad\/\" data-pin-title=\"The Best (EASY) Pasta Salad Recipe\" src=\"https:\/\/amindfullmom.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/Easy-Pasta-Salad-Recipe.jpg\"\/><img loading=\"lazy\" width=\"1000\" height=\"2000\" decoding=\"async\" class=\" social-rocket-hidden-pinterest-image\" style=\"display: none;\" src=\"https:\/\/amindfullmom.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/Easy-Pasta-Salad-Recipe.jpg\" alt=\"This easy summer pasta salad is a must-make for every BBQ, picnic, or potluck! Loaded with crisp veggies, tender rotini pasta, and tossed in zesty Italian dressing with a secret seasoning that takes it over the top\u2014this refreshing pasta salad recipe is quick, budget-friendly, and totally crave-worthy. The perfect cold side dish for hot summer days!\" data-pin-description=\"This easy summer pasta salad is a must-make for every BBQ, picnic, or potluck! Loaded with crisp veggies, tender rotini pasta, and tossed in zesty Italian dressing with a secret seasoning that takes it over the top\u2014this refreshing pasta salad recipe is quick, budget-friendly, and totally crave-worthy. The perfect cold side dish for hot summer days!\" data-pin-url=\"https:\/\/amindfullmom.com\/easy-pasta-salad\/\" data-pin-title=\"The Best (EASY) Pasta Salad Recipe\"\/><\/p>\n<p><strong>Made with fresh veggies, zesty Italian dressing, and tender pasta, this crazy easy pasta salad is the MVP of all summer gatherings.<\/strong><\/p>\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img fetchpriority=\"high\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1200\" height=\"1600\" data-pin-description=\"This easy summer pasta salad is a must-make for every BBQ, picnic, or potluck! Loaded with crisp veggies, tender rotini pasta, and tossed in zesty Italian dressing with a secret seasoning that takes it over the top\u2014this refreshing pasta salad recipe is quick, budget-friendly, and totally crave-worthy. The perfect cold side dish for hot summer days!\" src=\"https:\/\/amindfullmom.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/Summer-Pasta-Salad-Recipe.jpg\" alt=\"Pasta salad made with rotini noodles, Italian dressing, and summer veggies in white bowl next to parsley and grape tomatoes.\" class=\"wp-image-91013\" title=\"Pasta Salad\" data-pin-title=\"The Best (EASY) Pasta Salad Recipe\" srcset=\"https:\/\/amindfullmom.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/Summer-Pasta-Salad-Recipe.jpg 1200w, https:\/\/amindfullmom.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/Summer-Pasta-Salad-Recipe-360x480.jpg 360w, https:\/\/amindfullmom.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/Summer-Pasta-Salad-Recipe-180x240.jpg 180w, https:\/\/amindfullmom.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/Summer-Pasta-Salad-Recipe-720x960.jpg 720w, https:\/\/amindfullmom.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/Summer-Pasta-Salad-Recipe-1152x1536.jpg 1152w, https:\/\/amindfullmom.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/Summer-Pasta-Salad-Recipe-400x533.jpg 400w, https:\/\/amindfullmom.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/Summer-Pasta-Salad-Recipe-640x853.jpg 640w, https:\/\/amindfullmom.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/Summer-Pasta-Salad-Recipe-150x200.jpg 150w, https:\/\/amindfullmom.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/Summer-Pasta-Salad-Recipe-378x504.jpg 378w, https:\/\/amindfullmom.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/Summer-Pasta-Salad-Recipe-276x368.jpg 276w, https:\/\/amindfullmom.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/Summer-Pasta-Salad-Recipe-600x800.jpg 600w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1200px) 100vw, 1200px\"\/><\/figure>\n<div class=\"block-recipe-overview has-background has-background-background-color\">\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-my-go-to-summer-pasta-salad\">My Go-To Summer Pasta Salad<\/h2>\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image alignright is-resized is-style-rounded\"><img fetchpriority=\"high\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1200\" height=\"1200\" src=\"https:\/\/amindfullmom.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/10\/Kristen.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-69735\" style=\"width:150px\" data-pin-description=\"This easy summer pasta salad is a must-make for every BBQ, picnic, or potluck! Loaded with crisp veggies, tender rotini pasta, and tossed in zesty Italian dressing with a secret seasoning that takes it over the top\u2014this refreshing pasta salad recipe is quick, budget-friendly, and totally crave-worthy. The perfect cold side dish for hot summer days!\" data-pin-title=\"The Best (EASY) Pasta Salad Recipe\" srcset=\"https:\/\/amindfullmom.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/10\/Kristen.jpg 1200w, https:\/\/amindfullmom.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/10\/Kristen-400x400.jpg 400w, https:\/\/amindfullmom.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/10\/Kristen-300x300.jpg 300w, https:\/\/amindfullmom.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/10\/Kristen-360x360.jpg 360w, https:\/\/amindfullmom.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/10\/Kristen-180x180.jpg 180w, https:\/\/amindfullmom.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/10\/Kristen-720x720.jpg 720w, https:\/\/amindfullmom.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/10\/Kristen-500x500.jpg 500w, https:\/\/amindfullmom.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/10\/Kristen-96x96.jpg 96w, https:\/\/amindfullmom.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/10\/Kristen-150x150.jpg 150w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1200px) 100vw, 1200px\"\/><\/figure>\n<p>From BBQs to potlucks to picnics, there are four dishes you will ALWAYS find at every one of my family\u2019s summer gatherings. My Papa\u2019s famous <a href=\"https:\/\/amindfullmom.com\/old-fashioned-baked-beans\/\">baked beans<\/a>, my mom\u2019s <a href=\"https:\/\/amindfullmom.com\/dill-cucumber-salad\/\">sour cream and cucumbers<\/a>, my Great Aunt\u2019s <a href=\"https:\/\/amindfullmom.com\/homemade-brownies\/\">brownies<\/a> and this pasta salad.\u00a0<\/p>\n<p>Featuring rotini noodles, cucumbers, tomatoes, bell peppers, and <a href=\"https:\/\/amindfullmom.com\/zesty-italian-dressing\/\">zesty Italian dressing<\/a>, it may seem like a basic pasta salad. Easy this recipe is, basic it is NOT!\u00a0<\/p>\n<p>ONE key addition takes this pasta salad over the top and turns a good pasta salad into an unforgettable pasta salad\u2014<a href=\"https:\/\/amindfullmom.com\/salad-supreme-seasoning\/\">salad supreme seasoning<\/a>. This simple blend of spices adds earthy, nutty, and fresh notes to dish, while enhancing the flavors of the vegetables and dressing.\u00a0<\/p>\n<p>Trust me after trying this recipe, it will be your the pasta salad of this summer and every summer to come! <\/p>\n<p>Happy Cooking! <strong><em>xo Kristen<\/em><\/strong><\/p>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"wp-block-group is-layout-constrained wp-block-group-is-layout-constrained\">\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-notes-on-ingredients\">Notes on Ingredients<\/h2>\n<p><em>You will find the full list of ingredients, along with quantities in the recipe card. Below is a quick glance at what you need and tips to help you make the right selection.<\/em><\/p>\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1200\" height=\"800\" data-pin-nopin=\"true\" alt=\"Ingredients for summer pasta salad in bowls with labels on counter.\" class=\"wp-image-91004\" title=\"Summer Pasta Salad\" data-pin-description=\"This easy summer pasta salad is a must-make for every BBQ, picnic, or potluck! Loaded with crisp veggies, tender rotini pasta, and tossed in zesty Italian dressing with a secret seasoning that takes it over the top\u2014this refreshing pasta salad recipe is quick, budget-friendly, and totally crave-worthy. The perfect cold side dish for hot summer days!\" data-pin-title=\"The Best (EASY) Pasta Salad Recipe\" srcset=\"https:\/\/amindfullmom.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/Easy-Summer-Pasta-Salad.jpg 1200w, https:\/\/amindfullmom.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/Easy-Summer-Pasta-Salad-360x240.jpg 360w, https:\/\/amindfullmom.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/Easy-Summer-Pasta-Salad-180x120.jpg 180w, https:\/\/amindfullmom.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/Easy-Summer-Pasta-Salad-720x480.jpg 720w, https:\/\/amindfullmom.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/Easy-Summer-Pasta-Salad-400x267.jpg 400w, https:\/\/amindfullmom.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/Easy-Summer-Pasta-Salad-150x100.jpg 150w\" data-lazy-sizes=\"(max-width: 1200px) 100vw, 1200px\" src=\"https:\/\/amindfullmom.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/Easy-Summer-Pasta-Salad.jpg\"\/><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1200\" height=\"800\" data-pin-nopin=\"true\" src=\"https:\/\/amindfullmom.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/Easy-Summer-Pasta-Salad.jpg\" alt=\"Ingredients for summer pasta salad in bowls with labels on counter.\" class=\"wp-image-91004\" title=\"Summer Pasta Salad\" data-pin-description=\"This easy summer pasta salad is a must-make for every BBQ, picnic, or potluck! Loaded with crisp veggies, tender rotini pasta, and tossed in zesty Italian dressing with a secret seasoning that takes it over the top\u2014this refreshing pasta salad recipe is quick, budget-friendly, and totally crave-worthy. The perfect cold side dish for hot summer days!\" data-pin-title=\"The Best (EASY) Pasta Salad Recipe\" srcset=\"https:\/\/amindfullmom.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/Easy-Summer-Pasta-Salad.jpg 1200w, https:\/\/amindfullmom.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/Easy-Summer-Pasta-Salad-360x240.jpg 360w, https:\/\/amindfullmom.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/Easy-Summer-Pasta-Salad-180x120.jpg 180w, https:\/\/amindfullmom.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/Easy-Summer-Pasta-Salad-720x480.jpg 720w, https:\/\/amindfullmom.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/Easy-Summer-Pasta-Salad-400x267.jpg 400w, https:\/\/amindfullmom.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/Easy-Summer-Pasta-Salad-150x100.jpg 150w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1200px) 100vw, 1200px\"\/><\/figure>\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Pasta<\/strong>: Short, spiral pasta is best, as it gives the dressing something to cling to and is the perfect bite-size. Fusilli, farfalle, corkscrew, and rotini are great options. My family also used tri-colored rotini noodles and that is typically what I select to this day.\u00a0<\/li>\n<li><strong>Italian Dressing<\/strong>: While store-bought Italian dressing will work, I recommend <a href=\"https:\/\/amindfullmom.com\/zesty-italian-dressing\/\">homemade Zesty Italian Dressing<\/a>. It is full of zesty flavor, as the name implies, and incredibly simple to make.\u00a0<\/li>\n<li><strong>Vegetables<\/strong>: Cucumbers, bell peppers (green, red, yellow, orange, etc), red onion, and grape or cherry tomatoes are my go-tos for this summer pasta salad recipe. Keep in mind if using garden cucumbers, you will want to peel and deseed the cucumber. If using vine-ripened tomatoes, you will also want to deseed those as well. This will prevent watering down your pasta salad.\u00a0<\/li>\n<li><strong>Olives<\/strong>: My family always added sliced black olives to our summer pasta salad for a salty briny finish, but they are optional. Personally, I prefer Kalamata olives, but use what you like or have on hand.\u00a0<\/li>\n<li><strong>Salad Supreme Seasoning<\/strong>: The secret ingredient that makes this the very best pasta salad. While you can use the store-bought blend, it is rather expensive and hard to find. My <a href=\"https:\/\/amindfullmom.com\/salad-supreme-seasoning\/\">copycat salad supreme<\/a> is super easy to make using ingredients you likely have on hand\u2013and can be made dairy-free as well if needed.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"wp-block-group is-layout-constrained wp-block-group-is-layout-constrained\">\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-how-to-make-pasta-salad\">How to Make Pasta Salad<\/h2>\n<p><em>The following tips are provided to help you achieve perfect results. You will find the ingredient quantities and detailed instructions in the recipe card at the bottom of this post.<\/em><\/p>\n<ol class=\"wp-block-list is-style-fancy\">\n<li><strong>Cook Pasta.\u00a0<\/strong>Cook the pasta in a large pot of heavily salted water, until just al dente. Drain the pasta, but do NOT RINSE!<\/li>\n<li><strong>Dress Pasta<\/strong>. Pour \u00bd cup of the prepared Italian salad dressing over the noodles, tossing to coat.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Chill Slightly.<\/strong>\u00a0Spread the pasta out onto a sheet pan, and let sit at room temperature for 15-20 minutes.<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1200\" height=\"800\" data-pin-nopin=\"true\" alt=\"Cooked rotini noodles dressed with Italian dressing spread out on rimmed sheet pan to cool slightly.\" class=\"wp-image-91010\" title=\"Pasta Salad with Italian Dressing\" data-pin-description=\"This easy summer pasta salad is a must-make for every BBQ, picnic, or potluck! Loaded with crisp veggies, tender rotini pasta, and tossed in zesty Italian dressing with a secret seasoning that takes it over the top\u2014this refreshing pasta salad recipe is quick, budget-friendly, and totally crave-worthy. The perfect cold side dish for hot summer days!\" data-pin-title=\"The Best (EASY) Pasta Salad Recipe\" srcset=\"https:\/\/amindfullmom.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/How-to-Make-Pasta-Salad.jpg 1200w, https:\/\/amindfullmom.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/How-to-Make-Pasta-Salad-360x240.jpg 360w, https:\/\/amindfullmom.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/How-to-Make-Pasta-Salad-180x120.jpg 180w, https:\/\/amindfullmom.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/How-to-Make-Pasta-Salad-720x480.jpg 720w, https:\/\/amindfullmom.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/How-to-Make-Pasta-Salad-400x267.jpg 400w, https:\/\/amindfullmom.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/How-to-Make-Pasta-Salad-150x100.jpg 150w\" data-lazy-sizes=\"(max-width: 1200px) 100vw, 1200px\" src=\"https:\/\/amindfullmom.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/How-to-Make-Pasta-Salad.jpg\"\/><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1200\" height=\"800\" data-pin-nopin=\"true\" src=\"https:\/\/amindfullmom.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/How-to-Make-Pasta-Salad.jpg\" alt=\"Cooked rotini noodles dressed with Italian dressing spread out on rimmed sheet pan to cool slightly.\" class=\"wp-image-91010\" title=\"Pasta Salad with Italian Dressing\" data-pin-description=\"This easy summer pasta salad is a must-make for every BBQ, picnic, or potluck! Loaded with crisp veggies, tender rotini pasta, and tossed in zesty Italian dressing with a secret seasoning that takes it over the top\u2014this refreshing pasta salad recipe is quick, budget-friendly, and totally crave-worthy. The perfect cold side dish for hot summer days!\" data-pin-title=\"The Best (EASY) Pasta Salad Recipe\" srcset=\"https:\/\/amindfullmom.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/How-to-Make-Pasta-Salad.jpg 1200w, https:\/\/amindfullmom.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/How-to-Make-Pasta-Salad-360x240.jpg 360w, https:\/\/amindfullmom.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/How-to-Make-Pasta-Salad-180x120.jpg 180w, https:\/\/amindfullmom.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/How-to-Make-Pasta-Salad-720x480.jpg 720w, https:\/\/amindfullmom.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/How-to-Make-Pasta-Salad-400x267.jpg 400w, https:\/\/amindfullmom.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/How-to-Make-Pasta-Salad-150x100.jpg 150w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1200px) 100vw, 1200px\"\/><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"wp-block-group is-layout-constrained wp-block-group-is-layout-constrained\">\n<ol start=\"4\" class=\"wp-block-list is-style-fancy\">\n<li><strong>Add Remaining Ingredients.<\/strong> Once the pasta has cooled, transfer it to a large large mixing bowl. Add in the chopped veggies, sliced olives, remaining dressing, and salad supreme seasoning and toss to combine.\u00a0<\/li>\n<li><strong>Chill.\u00a0<\/strong>Cover and chill for at least 1 hour or up to 24 hours before serving.<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1200\" height=\"800\" data-pin-nopin=\"true\" alt=\"Pasta salad made with tri-color rotini noodles, tomatoes, cucumbers, peppers, and olives, dressed with Italian dressing.\" class=\"wp-image-91008\" title=\"Easy Pasta Salad\" data-pin-description=\"This easy summer pasta salad is a must-make for every BBQ, picnic, or potluck! Loaded with crisp veggies, tender rotini pasta, and tossed in zesty Italian dressing with a secret seasoning that takes it over the top\u2014this refreshing pasta salad recipe is quick, budget-friendly, and totally crave-worthy. The perfect cold side dish for hot summer days!\" data-pin-title=\"The Best (EASY) Pasta Salad Recipe\" srcset=\"https:\/\/amindfullmom.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/Easy-Pasta-Salad-Recipe-1.jpg 1200w, https:\/\/amindfullmom.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/Easy-Pasta-Salad-Recipe-1-360x240.jpg 360w, https:\/\/amindfullmom.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/Easy-Pasta-Salad-Recipe-1-180x120.jpg 180w, https:\/\/amindfullmom.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/Easy-Pasta-Salad-Recipe-1-720x480.jpg 720w, https:\/\/amindfullmom.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/Easy-Pasta-Salad-Recipe-1-400x267.jpg 400w, https:\/\/amindfullmom.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/Easy-Pasta-Salad-Recipe-1-150x100.jpg 150w\" data-lazy-sizes=\"(max-width: 1200px) 100vw, 1200px\" src=\"https:\/\/amindfullmom.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/Easy-Pasta-Salad-Recipe-1.jpg\"\/><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1200\" height=\"800\" data-pin-nopin=\"true\" src=\"https:\/\/amindfullmom.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/Easy-Pasta-Salad-Recipe-1.jpg\" alt=\"Pasta salad made with tri-color rotini noodles, tomatoes, cucumbers, peppers, and olives, dressed with Italian dressing.\" class=\"wp-image-91008\" title=\"Easy Pasta Salad\" data-pin-description=\"This easy summer pasta salad is a must-make for every BBQ, picnic, or potluck! Loaded with crisp veggies, tender rotini pasta, and tossed in zesty Italian dressing with a secret seasoning that takes it over the top\u2014this refreshing pasta salad recipe is quick, budget-friendly, and totally crave-worthy. The perfect cold side dish for hot summer days!\" data-pin-title=\"The Best (EASY) Pasta Salad Recipe\" srcset=\"https:\/\/amindfullmom.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/Easy-Pasta-Salad-Recipe-1.jpg 1200w, https:\/\/amindfullmom.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/Easy-Pasta-Salad-Recipe-1-360x240.jpg 360w, https:\/\/amindfullmom.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/Easy-Pasta-Salad-Recipe-1-180x120.jpg 180w, https:\/\/amindfullmom.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/Easy-Pasta-Salad-Recipe-1-720x480.jpg 720w, https:\/\/amindfullmom.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/Easy-Pasta-Salad-Recipe-1-400x267.jpg 400w, https:\/\/amindfullmom.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/Easy-Pasta-Salad-Recipe-1-150x100.jpg 150w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1200px) 100vw, 1200px\"\/><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"wp-block-group has-quaternary-background-color has-background is-layout-constrained wp-block-group-is-layout-constrained\">\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-kristen-s-key-pasta-salad-tips\">Kristen\u2019s Key Pasta Salad Tips<\/h2>\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Do NOT Rinse the Pasta!<\/strong>\u00a0When you rinse pasta you remove the starch that allows the dressing or sauce to coat to the pasta.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Dress Twice<\/strong>. Adding a bit of the dressing to the pasta while it\u2019s warm will help to flavor the pasta. Adding additional dressing AFTER the noodles have cooled, will help ensure your pasta salad is not dried out.\u00a0<\/li>\n<li><strong>Cool Fast.<\/strong>\u00a0Spreading your pasta out onto a sheet pan allows the heat to evaporate faster, speeding up the cooling process.\u00a0<\/li>\n<li><strong>Adjust to\u00a0<\/strong><strong>Taste<\/strong>. Before serving, toss your pasta salad and give it a taste. If it is a bit dried out, add a tablespoon or two of additional dressing or a drizzle of olive oil. Add a pinch of salt and\/or pepper if needed as well.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"block-outline-tip block-outline-tip--secondary\">\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-pasta-salad-variations\">Pasta Salad Variations<\/h2>\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Make it a Meal:\u00a0<\/strong>Add leftover <a href=\"https:\/\/amindfullmom.com\/oven-roasted-rotisserie-chicken\/\">rotisserie chicken<\/a>, <a href=\"https:\/\/amindfullmom.com\/chicken-bites\/\">chicken bites<\/a>, or <a href=\"https:\/\/amindfullmom.com\/baked-italian-sausage\/\">Italian sausage<\/a> to the pasta salad to add a boost of protein, transforming your summer side dish into a hearty entree.\u00a0<\/li>\n<li><strong>Add Cheese<\/strong>: Grated parmesan cheese, crumbled feta cheese, cubed cheddar or mozzarella are all delicious additions to this cold pasta salad.\u00a0<\/li>\n<li><strong>Add\u00a0<\/strong><strong>Fresh Herbs<\/strong>: I find basil or dill can overwhelm the dish, but minced parsley adds a fresh finish and pairs well with the flavors in the Italian dressing.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Other Veggie Options<\/strong>: This recipe is based on using inexpensive, seasonal summer produce that holds up well in a pasta salad. That said, feel free to add veggies you like. Other suitable additions include, roasted red peppers, chopped fresh broccoli, diced raw baby zucchini or summer squash, artichoke hearts, etc.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"wp-block-group is-layout-constrained wp-block-group-is-layout-constrained\">\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-more-delicious-pasta-salad-recipes\">More Delicious Pasta Salad Recipes<\/h2>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"block-review-cta\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"five-stars\" width=\"80\" height=\"16\" alt=\"five-stars\" data-pin-description=\"This easy summer pasta salad is a must-make for every BBQ, picnic, or potluck! Loaded with crisp veggies, tender rotini pasta, and tossed in zesty Italian dressing with a secret seasoning that takes it over the top\u2014this refreshing pasta salad recipe is quick, budget-friendly, and totally crave-worthy. The perfect cold side dish for hot summer days!\" data-pin-title=\"The Best (EASY) Pasta Salad Recipe\" src=\"https:\/\/amindfullmom.com\/wp-content\/themes\/amindfullmom-2025\/assets\/icons\/color\/five-stars.svg\"\/><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"five-stars\" src=\"https:\/\/amindfullmom.com\/wp-content\/themes\/amindfullmom-2025\/assets\/icons\/color\/five-stars.svg\" width=\"80\" height=\"16\" alt=\"five-stars\" data-pin-description=\"This easy summer pasta salad is a must-make for every BBQ, picnic, or potluck! Loaded with crisp veggies, tender rotini pasta, and tossed in zesty Italian dressing with a secret seasoning that takes it over the top\u2014this refreshing pasta salad recipe is quick, budget-friendly, and totally crave-worthy. The perfect cold side dish for hot summer days!\" data-pin-title=\"The Best (EASY) Pasta Salad Recipe\"\/><\/p>\n<p class=\"block-review-cta__title\">Did you make this recipe?<\/p>\n<p>If you enjoyed this recipe, please leave a comment with a 5-star review at the bottom of the post. Thank you!<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<div id=\"wprm-recipe-container-91016\" class=\"wprm-recipe-container\" data-recipe-id=\"91016\" data-servings=\"8\">\n<div class=\"wprm-recipe wprm-recipe-template-test-kristen-410\">\n<div class=\"cwp-food-content\">\n\t  <!-- .wpforms-container --><\/p>\n<p><label id=\"wprm-toggle-switch-3900523367\" class=\"wprm-toggle-switch wprm-toggle-switch-rounded\"><input type=\"checkbox\" id=\"wprm-prevent-sleep-checkbox-3900523367\" class=\"wprm-prevent-sleep-checkbox\"\/><span class=\"wprm-toggle-switch-slider\" style=\"width: 40px;height: 20px;margin-top: -10px;background-color: #cccccc;border-radius: 10px;\"\/><span class=\"wprm-toggle-switch-label wprm-prevent-sleep-label wprm-block-text-bold\" style=\"margin-left: 50px;\">Cook Mode<\/span><\/label><span class=\"wprm-prevent-sleep-description wprm-block-text-normal\">Prevent your screen from going dark<\/span><\/p>\n<div class=\"wprm-recipe-instructions-container wprm-recipe-91016-instructions-container wprm-block-text-normal\" data-recipe=\"91016\">\n<div class=\"wprm-recipe-instruction-group\">\n<ul class=\"wprm-recipe-instructions\">\n<li id=\"wprm-recipe-91016-step-0-0\" class=\"wprm-recipe-instruction\" style=\"list-style-type: decimal;\">\n<p><span style=\"display: block;\">Bring a large pot of water to a rapid boil. Once boiling, add 1 tablespoon of kosher salt to the water along with <span class=\"wprm-inline-ingredient wprm-inline-ingredient-91016-0 wprm-block-text-normal\">12 ounces rotini pasta<\/span>. Cook the pasta according to package instructions, or until just al dente. Drain the pasta in a colander, but do NOT RINSE!<\/span><\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li id=\"wprm-recipe-91016-step-0-1\" class=\"wprm-recipe-instruction\" style=\"list-style-type: decimal;\">\n<p><span style=\"display: block;\">Transfer the pasta to a large bowl, add <span class=\"wprm-inline-ingredient wprm-inline-ingredient-91016-2 wprm-block-text-normal\">\u00bc cup Italian salad dressing<\/span>, and toss to coat.<\/span><\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li id=\"wprm-recipe-91016-step-0-2\" class=\"wprm-recipe-instruction\" style=\"list-style-type: decimal;\">\n<p><span style=\"display: block;\">Spread the pasta out onto a sheet pan, and let sit at room temperature for 15-20 minutes before proceeding with assembling the pasta salad.<\/span><\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li id=\"wprm-recipe-91016-step-0-3\" class=\"wprm-recipe-instruction\" style=\"list-style-type: decimal;\">\n<p><span style=\"display: block;\">Once the pasta has cooled, transfer it back to a large mixing bowl. Add in the <span class=\"wprm-inline-ingredient wprm-inline-ingredient-91016-3 wprm-block-text-normal\">1 cup chopped cucumber<\/span>, <span class=\"wprm-inline-ingredient wprm-inline-ingredient-91016-4 wprm-block-text-normal\">1 cup halved cherry or grape tomatoes<\/span>, <span class=\"wprm-inline-ingredient wprm-inline-ingredient-91016-5 wprm-block-text-normal\">1 (2.25-ounce) can sliced black olives<\/span>, <span class=\"wprm-inline-ingredient wprm-inline-ingredient-91016-6 wprm-block-text-normal\">1 large red bell pepper<\/span>, <span class=\"wprm-inline-ingredient wprm-inline-ingredient-91016-7 wprm-block-text-normal\">1 large green bell pepper<\/span>, <span class=\"wprm-inline-ingredient wprm-inline-ingredient-91016-8 wprm-block-text-normal\">\u00bc cup finely diced red onion<\/span>, <span class=\"wprm-inline-ingredient wprm-inline-ingredient-91016-9 wprm-block-text-normal\">\u00bd cup Italian salad dressing<\/span>, and <span class=\"wprm-inline-ingredient wprm-inline-ingredient-91016-10 wprm-block-text-normal\">2 tablespoons salad supreme seasoning<\/span>. <\/span><\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li id=\"wprm-recipe-91016-step-0-4\" class=\"wprm-recipe-instruction\" style=\"list-style-type: decimal;\">\n<p><span style=\"display: block;\">Toss to combine. Cover and refrigerate for at least 1 hour before serving.<\/span><\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li id=\"wprm-recipe-91016-step-0-5\" class=\"wprm-recipe-instruction\" style=\"list-style-type: decimal;\">\n<p><span style=\"display: block;\">When ready to serve, toss the pasta salad together again. If needed, add a bit more dressing or a drizzle of olive oil.<\/span><\/p>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"wprm-recipe-notes-container wprm-block-text-normal\">\n<div class=\"wprm-recipe-notes\"><span style=\"display: block;\"><strong>Cucumber<\/strong>: If using a hothouse\/seedless cucumber, feel free to leave the peel intact and there is no need to remove seeds unless on the larger side.\u00a0<\/span><br \/>\n<span style=\"display: block;\"><strong>Tomatoes:<\/strong> Feel free to replace the grape\/cherry tomatoes with vine-ripened tomatoes, but it is best to remove the seeds and finely dice to prevent the pasta salad from becoming watered down.\u00a0<\/span><br \/>\n<span style=\"display: block;\"><strong>Optional Additions:<\/strong> Mix and match the additions as preferred. Other suitable additions include, roasted red peppers, chopped fresh broccoli, kalamata olives, diced raw baby zucchini or summer squash, artichoke hearts, etc.<\/span><br \/>\n<span style=\"display: block;\"><strong>Storage:<\/strong> Pasta salad is best served within 24 hours after preparation while the vegetables are fresh and vibrant, but will keep in the fridge for up to 3 days.<\/span><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"cwp-food-nutrition\">\n<p><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-container wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-container-calories\" style=\"flex-basis: 180px\"><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-label  wprm-block-text-uppercase\" style=\"color: var(--wp--custom--color--neutral-700)\">Calories: <\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-value\" style=\"color: #333333\">226<\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-unit\" style=\"color: #333333\">kcal<\/span><\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-container wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-container-carbohydrates\" style=\"flex-basis: 180px\"><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-label  wprm-block-text-uppercase\" style=\"color: var(--wp--custom--color--neutral-700)\">Carbohydrates: <\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-value\" style=\"color: #333333\">43<\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-unit\" style=\"color: #333333\">g<\/span><\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-container wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-container-protein\" style=\"flex-basis: 180px\"><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-label  wprm-block-text-uppercase\" style=\"color: var(--wp--custom--color--neutral-700)\">Protein: <\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-value\" style=\"color: #333333\">6<\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-unit\" style=\"color: #333333\">g<\/span><\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-container wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-container-fat\" style=\"flex-basis: 180px\"><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-label  wprm-block-text-uppercase\" style=\"color: var(--wp--custom--color--neutral-700)\">Fat: <\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-value\" style=\"color: #333333\">2<\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-unit\" style=\"color: #333333\">g<\/span><\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-container wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-container-saturated_fat\" style=\"flex-basis: 180px\"><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-label  wprm-block-text-uppercase\" style=\"color: var(--wp--custom--color--neutral-700)\">Saturated Fat: <\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-value\" style=\"color: #333333\">0.4<\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-unit\" style=\"color: #333333\">g<\/span><\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-container wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-container-polyunsaturated_fat\" style=\"flex-basis: 180px\"><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-label  wprm-block-text-uppercase\" style=\"color: var(--wp--custom--color--neutral-700)\">Polyunsaturated Fat: <\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-value\" style=\"color: #333333\">1<\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-unit\" style=\"color: #333333\">g<\/span><\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-container wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-container-monounsaturated_fat\" style=\"flex-basis: 180px\"><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-label  wprm-block-text-uppercase\" style=\"color: var(--wp--custom--color--neutral-700)\">Monounsaturated Fat: <\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-value\" style=\"color: #333333\">1<\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-unit\" style=\"color: #333333\">g<\/span><\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-container wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-container-trans_fat\" style=\"flex-basis: 180px\"><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-label  wprm-block-text-uppercase\" style=\"color: var(--wp--custom--color--neutral-700)\">Trans Fat: <\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-value\" style=\"color: #333333\">0.01<\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-unit\" style=\"color: #333333\">g<\/span><\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-container wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-container-sodium\" style=\"flex-basis: 180px\"><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-label  wprm-block-text-uppercase\" style=\"color: var(--wp--custom--color--neutral-700)\">Sodium: <\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-value\" style=\"color: #333333\">552<\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-unit\" style=\"color: #333333\">mg<\/span><\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-container wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-container-potassium\" style=\"flex-basis: 180px\"><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-label  wprm-block-text-uppercase\" style=\"color: var(--wp--custom--color--neutral-700)\">Potassium: <\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-value\" style=\"color: #333333\">234<\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-unit\" style=\"color: #333333\">mg<\/span><\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-container wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-container-fiber\" style=\"flex-basis: 180px\"><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-label  wprm-block-text-uppercase\" style=\"color: var(--wp--custom--color--neutral-700)\">Fiber: <\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-value\" style=\"color: #333333\">2<\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-unit\" style=\"color: #333333\">g<\/span><\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-container wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-container-sugar\" style=\"flex-basis: 180px\"><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-label  wprm-block-text-uppercase\" style=\"color: var(--wp--custom--color--neutral-700)\">Sugar: <\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-value\" style=\"color: #333333\">4<\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-unit\" style=\"color: #333333\">g<\/span><\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-container wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-container-vitamin_a\" style=\"flex-basis: 180px\"><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-label  wprm-block-text-uppercase\" style=\"color: var(--wp--custom--color--neutral-700)\">Vitamin A: <\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-value\" style=\"color: #333333\">694<\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-unit\" style=\"color: #333333\">IU<\/span><\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-container wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-container-vitamin_c\" style=\"flex-basis: 180px\"><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-label  wprm-block-text-uppercase\" style=\"color: var(--wp--custom--color--neutral-700)\">Vitamin C: <\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-value\" style=\"color: #333333\">35<\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-unit\" style=\"color: #333333\">mg<\/span><\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-container wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-container-calcium\" style=\"flex-basis: 180px\"><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-label  wprm-block-text-uppercase\" style=\"color: var(--wp--custom--color--neutral-700)\">Calcium: <\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-value\" style=\"color: #333333\">18<\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-unit\" style=\"color: #333333\">mg<\/span><\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-container wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-container-iron\" style=\"flex-basis: 180px\"><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-label  wprm-block-text-uppercase\" style=\"color: var(--wp--custom--color--neutral-700)\">Iron: <\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-value\" style=\"color: #333333\">1<\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-unit\" style=\"color: #333333\">mg<\/span><\/span><\/p>\n<p class=\"has-min-font-size\">Nutrition information is automatically calculated, so should only be used as an approximation.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Made with fresh veggies, zesty Italian dressing, and tender pasta, this crazy easy pasta salad is the MVP of all summer gatherings. 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