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Three Pepper Pasta Salad

By: LINDA DEMARIA

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

Rate/Review | Read Reviews (16)

Prep Time:
15 Min

Cook Time:
10 Min

Ready In:
25 Min

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Original Recipe Yield 8 servings

Ingredients

1 (16 ounce) package tri-color pasta
2/3 cup olive oil
3 tablespoons white wine vinegar
1/4 cup fresh basil leaves
2 tablespoons grated Parmesan cheese
1 1/4 teaspoons salt
1/4 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.