Three Pepper Pasta Salad

Name: Three Pepper Pasta Salad
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 10 min
Total time: 25 min
Ingredients: 1 (16 ounce) package tri-color pasta; 0.66666668653488 cup olive oil; 3 tablespoons white wine vinegar; 0.25 cup fresh basil leaves; 2 tablespoons grated Parmesan cheese; 1.25 teaspoons salt; 0.25 teaspoon ground black pepper; 1 red bell pepper, julienned; 1 yellow bell pepper, julienned; 1 orange bell pepper, julienned; 1 medium fresh tomato, chopped; 1 (2.25 ounce) can black olives, drained; 8 ounces mozzarella cheese, cubed

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Although there are a lot of ingredients, this recipe is so easy and really delicious! Great to take to a picnic or party.

Submitted by LINDA DEMARIA

Updated on October 30, 2022

close up view of Three Pepper Pasta Salad with vegetables in a green bowl

Prep Time:

15 mins

Cook Time:

10 mins

Total Time:

25 mins

Servings:

Yield:

8 servings

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Ingredients

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Original recipe (1X) yields 8 servings

1 (16 ounce) package tri-color pasta
⅔ cup olive oil
3 tablespoons white wine vinegar
¼ cup fresh basil leaves
2 tablespoons grated Parmesan cheese
1 ¼ teaspoons salt
¼ teaspoon ground black pepper
1 red bell pepper, julienned
1 yellow bell pepper, julienned
1 orange bell pepper, julienned
1 medium fresh tomato, chopped
1 (2.25 ounce) can black olives, drained
8 ounces mozzarella cheese, cubed

Directions

Bring a large pot of lightly salted water to a boil. Place pasta in the pot, cook for 8 to 10 minutes, until al dente, and drain.
In a blender or food processor, blend the olive oil, white wine vinegar, basil, Parmesan cheese, salt, and pepper until smooth.
In a large bowl, toss together the cooked pasta, dressing mixture, red bell pepper, yellow bell pepper, orange bell pepper, tomato, and olives. Top with mozzarella cheese to serve.

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Nutrition Facts (per serving)

483	Calories
25g	Fat
48g	Carbs
16g	Protein

Nutrition Facts
Servings Per Recipe 8
Calories 483
% Daily Value *
Total Fat 25g	32%
Saturated Fat 6g	30%
Cholesterol 19mg	6%
Sodium 631mg	27%
Total Carbohydrate 48g	17%
Dietary Fiber 4g	13%
Total Sugars 3g
Protein 16g	32%
Vitamin C 76mg	84%
Calcium 262mg	20%
Iron 3mg	14%
Potassium 224mg	5%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.

** Nutrient information is not available for all ingredients. Amount is based on available nutrient data.

(-) Information is not currently available for this nutrient. If you are following a medically restrictive diet, please consult your doctor or registered dietitian before preparing this recipe for personal consumption.