Q: Can I use a different type of dressing for the salad?
A: Yes, feel free to experiment with different dressings such as ranch, vinaigrette, or even a homemade dressing to customize the flavor of your layered pasta salad.
Layered Pasta Salad
Layered Pasta Salad
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4.5 from 120 votes
Course:
Salad
Cuisine:
Italian
Difficulty:
easy
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Servings
6
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Prep time
20 minutes
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Cooking time
10 minutes
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Calories
315 kcal
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A delightful and versatile dish perfect for picnics, potlucks, or as a refreshing side for any meal. This layered pasta salad offers a delightful combination of flavors and textures that will satisfy your taste buds.
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Ingredients
Pasta of your choice (such as fusilli, penne, or rotini)
Cherry tomatoes, halved
Cucumber, diced
Bell peppers (red, yellow, and green), chopped
Red onion, thinly sliced
Olives (black or green), sliced
Feta cheese, crumbled
Cooked chicken breast, shredded (optional for added protein)
Fresh parsley, chopped
Italian dressing
Directions
Cook the pasta according to the package instructions until al dente. Rinse with cold water and drain well.
In a large bowl, combine the cooked pasta, cherry tomatoes, cucumber, bell peppers, red onion, olives, feta cheese, and shredded chicken (if using).
Pour the Italian dressing over the pasta salad and toss gently to coat all the ingredients.
In a clear glass dish or a large serving bowl, start layering the pasta salad mixture, ensuring each layer is evenly distributed.
Repeat the layering process until all the ingredients are used, finishing with a generous sprinkle of feta cheese and fresh parsley on top.
Cover the dish and refrigerate for at least 1-2 hours to allow the flavors to meld together before serving.
Nutrition Facts
Calories:
315
Fat:
14
Carbohydrates:
32
Protein:
17
Sodium:
680
Fiber:
4
Sugar:
6
