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Olive Garden Copycat Pasta: Delight in This Easy Recipe!

A delightful and easy recipe for Olive Garden Copycat Pasta, featuring a colorful Italian pasta salad.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Servings: 6 servings
Course: Salad
Cuisine: Italian
Calories: 250
Ingredients Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 8 ounces rotini pasta
  • 1 cup cherry tomatoes halved
  • 1 cup cucumber diced
  • 1/2 cup red bell pepper diced
  • 1/2 cup black olives sliced
  • 1/2 cup red onion finely chopped
  • 1 cup mozzarella cheese cubed
  • 1/2 cup Italian dressing
  • 1 teaspoon dried oregano
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • Fresh basil leaves for garnish optional

Method
 

  1. Cook the rotini pasta according to package instructions until al dente. Drain and rinse under cold water to cool.
  2. In a large mixing bowl, combine the cooled pasta, cherry tomatoes, cucumber, red bell pepper, black olives, red onion, and mozzarella cheese.
  3. In a small bowl, whisk together the Italian dressing, dried oregano, salt, and pepper.
  4. Pour the dressing over the pasta salad and toss gently to combine all ingredients evenly.
  5. Cover and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes to allow the flavors to meld.
  6. Before serving, give the salad a gentle toss and garnish with fresh basil leaves if desired.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 250kcalCarbohydrates: 22gProtein: 8gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 5gPolyunsaturated Fat: 10gCholesterol: 20mgSodium: 400mgFiber: 2gSugar: 3g

Notes

  • For added protein, consider adding diced grilled chicken or chickpeas.
  • Feel free to substitute any of the vegetables with your favorites, such as spinach or artichokes, for a personalized touch.

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