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Addictive Crack Pasta Salad

Addictive Crack Pasta Salad: A Flavorful 25-Minute Delight

Experience the irresistible taste of Addictive Crack Pasta Salad, a colorful dish perfect for gatherings.
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Prep Time 25 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Chilling Time 30 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 5 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Salads
Cuisine: Italian
Calories: 250
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Salad
  • 8 ounces short pasta substitute with gluten-free pasta if preferred
  • 1 cup cherry tomatoes halved
  • 1 cup cucumber diced
  • 1/2 cup red onion chopped
  • 1 cup bell pepper diced
  • 1/2 cup black olives sliced
For the Dressing
  • 1/2 cup Italian dressing homemade or store-bought
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder or fresh minced garlic
  • 1 teaspoon salt to taste
  • 1 teaspoon black pepper fresh cracked for a robust flavor

Equipment

  • Large pot
  • Colander
  • Mixing bowl
  • spatula
  • Small bowl
  • Whisk

Method
 

Step‑by‑Step Instructions
  1. Cook the Pasta: Boil a large pot of salted water over high heat. Once it reaches a rolling boil, add pasta and cook until al dente (8-10 minutes). Drain and rinse under cold water.
  2. Combine the Ingredients: In a mixing bowl, add cooled pasta, cherry tomatoes, cucumber, red onion, bell pepper, and black olives. Gently mix.
  3. Prepare the Dressing: In a small bowl, whisk Italian dressing, garlic powder, salt, and pepper. Adjust seasoning as needed.
  4. Mix the Salad: Pour dressing over pasta and veggies, then toss to coat evenly.
  5. Chill the Salad: Cover and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 250kcalCarbohydrates: 35gProtein: 7gFat: 10gSaturated Fat: 1gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 4gSodium: 400mgPotassium: 300mgFiber: 3gSugar: 4gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 20mgCalcium: 30mgIron: 2mg

Notes

This pasta salad is even better the next day as the flavors meld beautifully.

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