Tricolor pasta salad
Indulge in a colorful blend of al dente pasta, fresh veggies, and zesty vinaigrette. This tricolor pasta salad is a delightful medley of flavors and textures.
Ingredients:
- 1 16-ounce package tricolor spiral pasta
- 1 16-ounce package frozen vegetables
- 1 2 1/4-ounce can sliced ripe olives, drained
- 1 1/3 cup italian salad dressing
- 1/4 to 1/2 teaspoon garlic salt, optional
Instructions:
- Prepare the pasta following the instructions on the package. While the pasta is cooking, put the vegetables in a dish suitable for the microwave. Cover and heat in the microwave at half power for 5 and a half to 6 and a half minutes or until defrosted; remove excess liquid. Drain the pasta and rinse it with cold water. Mix the pasta, vegetables, and olives in a bowl.
- Mix the salad dressing with garlic salt if preferred; drizzle over the salad and mix well. Chill in the refrigerator until ready to serve.
Summary:
- Calories: 3583 kcal
- Fat: 183 g
- Protein: 75 g
- Carbs: 413 g
- Potassium: 2019 mg
- Magnesium: 353 mg