Three Pepper Pasta Salad

Name: Three Pepper Pasta Salad
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 10 min
Total time: 25 min
Ingredients: 1 (16 ounce) package tri-color pasta; 0.66666668653488 cup olive oil; 3 tablespoons white wine vinegar; 0.25 cup fresh basil leaves; 2 tablespoons grated Parmesan cheese; 1.25 teaspoons salt; 0.25 teaspoon ground black pepper; 1 red bell pepper, julienned; 1 yellow bell pepper, julienned; 1 orange bell pepper, julienned; 1 medium fresh tomato, chopped; 1 (2.25 ounce) can black olives, drained; 8 ounces mozzarella cheese, cubed

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Although there are a lot of ingredients, this recipe is so easy and really delicious! Great to take to a picnic or party.

Recipe by LINDA DEMARIA

Updated on October 30, 2022

close up view of Three Pepper Pasta Salad with vegetables in a green bowl

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Prep Time:

15 mins

Cook Time:

10 mins

Total Time:

25 mins

Servings:

8

Yield:

8 servings

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Ingredients

1 (16 ounce) package tri-color pasta
⅔ cup olive oil
3 tablespoons white wine vinegar
¼ cup fresh basil leaves
2 tablespoons grated Parmesan cheese
1 ¼ teaspoons salt
¼ teaspoon ground black pepper
1 red bell pepper, julienned
1 yellow bell pepper, julienned
1 orange bell pepper, julienned
1 medium fresh tomato, chopped
1 (2.25 ounce) can black olives, drained
8 ounces mozzarella cheese, cubed

Directions

Bring a large pot of lightly salted water to a boil. Place pasta in the pot, cook for 8 to 10 minutes, until al dente, and drain.
In a blender or food processor, blend the olive oil, white wine vinegar, basil, Parmesan cheese, salt, and pepper until smooth.
In a large bowl, toss together the cooked pasta, dressing mixture, red bell pepper, yellow bell pepper, orange bell pepper, tomato, and olives. Top with mozzarella cheese to serve.

Nutrition Facts (per serving)

483	Calories
25g	Fat
48g	Carbs
16g	Protein

Nutrition Facts
Servings Per Recipe 8
Calories 483
% Daily Value *
Total Fat 25g	32%
Saturated Fat 6g	30%
Cholesterol 19mg	6%
Sodium 631mg	27%
Total Carbohydrate 48g	17%
Dietary Fiber 4g	13%
Total Sugars 3g
Protein 16g
Vitamin C 76mg	380%
Calcium 262mg	20%
Iron 3mg	14%
Potassium 224mg	5%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.

** Nutrient information is not available for all ingredients. Amount is based on available nutrient data.

(-) Information is not currently available for this nutrient. If you are following a medically restrictive diet, please consult your doctor or registered dietitian before preparing this recipe for personal consumption.