Italian Pasta Salad

Italian Pasta Salad - a great cold pasta salad recipe that is perfect all summer long! It is full of pepperoni, fresh tomatoes, black olives and tossed in a zesty Italian vinaigrette.

📝 Ingredients

• 1 pound Rotini pasta
• 1 pint grape tomatoes (halved)
• 1/2 cup sliced black olives
• 1/2 cup chopped fresh parsley
• 8 oz pepperoni
• 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
• 1/4 cup olive oil
• 2 Tablespoons red wine vinegar
• 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
• 1 clove garlic (minced)
• 1/2 teaspoon Dijon mustard
• salt & pepper to taste

👨‍🍳 Instructions

1. 1Cook pasta according to the package directions. Drain and rinse under cold water to chill the noodles.
2. 2In a large bowl combine pasta with tomatoes, olives, parsley, and pepperoni.
3. 3Prepare the dressing by whisking everything together until really well combined.
4. 4Pour dressing over the pasta and toss until well combined.
5. 5Top with cheese when ready to serve.