Italian Pasta Salad

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Italian Pasta Salad

This flavorful Italian pasta salad is made with tender penne pasta, fresh veggies, herbs and spices topped with a tangy homemade Italian dressing. Make ahead for a simple side dish to have throughout the week.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
chill in refrigerator 30 minutes
Total Time 50 minutes
Course Lunch, Salad, Side Dish
Cuisine Italian
Servings 6

Ingredients
  

  • 12 ounce penne pasta or pasta of choice
  • 1 large red bell pepper chopped
  • 1 large yellow bell pepper chopped
  • 1 medium red onion chopped
  • 1 pint grapes tomatoes halved
  • 1/4 cup extra virgin olive oil
  • 1/4 cup red wine vinegar
  • 1 Tbsp parsley dried
  • 1 Tbsp oregano dried
  • 1 Tbsp basil dried
  • 1/2 tsp black pepper

Instructions
 

  • Cook pasta as directed on package. Drain. Add to large bowl,
  • While pasta is cooking, chop bell peppers, onions, and grape tomatoes.
  • Add all ingredients to large bowl, pour dressing over pasta and mix well.
  • Cover bowl and let sit in refrigerator for 30 minutes to let flavors marinate.

Italian Dressing

  • In a small bowl, whisk together oil, red wine vinegar, parsley, oregano, and basil.
Keyword healthy pasta recipe, Meal Prep, pasta salad, Vegan Recipe