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Kid-Friendly Pasta Salad: A Colorful Delight for Kids!

A colorful and delicious pasta salad that kids will love, packed with fresh vegetables and cheese.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Total Time 55 minutes
Servings: 6 servings
Course: Salad
Cuisine: American
Calories: 220
Ingredients Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 8 ounces rotini pasta
  • 1 cup cherry tomatoes halved
  • 1 cup cucumber diced
  • 1 cup bell pepper diced (any color)
  • 1/2 cup black olives sliced
  • 1/2 cup shredded cheddar cheese
  • 1/4 cup red onion finely chopped
  • 1/2 cup Italian dressing
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • Fresh parsley chopped (for garnish)

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 bowl, combine the cooled pasta, cherry tomatoes, cucumber, bell pepper, black olives, cheddar cheese, and red onion.
  3. Pour the Italian dressing over the pasta mixture and toss gently to combine.
  4. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
  5. Cover the bowl and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes to allow the flavors to meld.
  6. Before serving, give the salad a good stir and garnish with fresh parsley.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 220kcalCarbohydrates: 25gProtein: 7gFat: 10gSaturated Fat: 4gPolyunsaturated Fat: 6gCholesterol: 20mgSodium: 400mgFiber: 2gSugar: 3g

Notes

  • For added protein, consider mixing in diced cooked chicken or chickpeas.
  • Swap out the Italian dressing for a ranch or vinaigrette for a different flavor profile.

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