Creamy Italian Pasta Salad

4.73 stars (18 reviews)

This Creamy Italian Pasta Salad is made with a smooth italian dressing, and loaded with pepperoni, mozzarella cheese, and other deliciousness. The perfect side dish for your next BBQ!

Course 30 Minute Meals, Italian Inspired

Cuisine Italian

Keyword barbeque, italian, italian pasta salad, pasta, pasta salad, summer recipes

Prep Time 10

Cook Time 10

Total Time 20

Servings servings

Calories 256kcal

Author Tamara J.

Equipment

Barilla Pasta, Tri-Color Rotini, 12 oz
365 by Whole Foods Market, Organic Seasoning, Italian, 0.46 Ounce
SOLEADER X-Large Serving Spoons Set, 12 Inch Slotted Spoon and Serving Spoon, Premium Spoons Silverware, Cooking Spoon, Pasta Spoon, Mixing Spoon, Foodgrade 18/8 Stainless Steel, Pack of 2
bamfitwell Bamboo Cutting Board with Juice Groove
RJUN Kitchen Chef's Knives 8 Inches Ergonomic Juglans Regia Wood Handle German High Carbon Stainless Steel Knife and Gift Box
Meal Prep Stainless Steel Mixing Bowls Set, Home, Refrigerator, and Kitchen Food Storage Organizers | Ecofriendly, Reusable, Heavy Duty By WHYSKO (With Black Lids)

Ingredients

1 box Spiral noodles (rotini pasta)
1 cup Pepperoni chopped
1 cup Banana peppers roughly chopped
1 cup Tomatoes chopped
1 cup Mozzarella cheese cubed or shredded
1/2 cup Parmesan cheese shredded

Sauce and Seasoning

1 cup Italian dressing
1 cup Ranch dressing
1 tablespoon Italian seasoning
2 teaspoons Seasoned salt
2 teaspoons Black pepper

Instructions

Cook the pasta in boiling water until it is tender, but not mushy (al dente). Drain the water and place the pasta in a large bowl.
Add the chopped pepperoni, banana peppers, tomatoes, and both of the cheeses to the bowl. Use a spoon to combine well.
Next add both of the dressings, and all of the seasonings to the bowl. Mix until it is fully incorporated and all of the dressing is coating the pasta and add-ins.
Cover and refrigerate until you are ready to serve.

Notes

Packets of dressing can be used instead of bottles- dressing must be prepared according to the package instructions though.

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