Ingredients
✓ 8 ounces pasta (like rotini or penne)
✓ 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
✓ 1 cup cucumber, diced
✓ 1 bell pepper, diced
✓ ½ cup red onion, diced
✓ 1 cup mozzarella cheese, cubed
✓ ½ cup olives (optional)
✓ ½ cup Italian dressing
✓ Salt and pepper to taste
✓ Fresh herbs (basil or parsley) for garnish
Instructions
✓ Cook pasta according to package directions, then drain and set aside.
✓ Preheat oven to 375°F.
✓ Toss the drained pasta with half the Italian dressing in a large skillet or baking dish.
✓ Add cherry tomatoes, cucumber, bell pepper, and red onion, mixing well.
✓ Top with mozzarella cheese and olives if using.
✓ Bake for 15-20 minutes until edges are golden and cheese is bubbly.
✓ Cool for 5-10 minutes before serving.
✓ Garnish with fresh herbs.
Notes
Make ahead and store in the fridge for up to 3 days. Reheat in the oven before serving.
- Prep Time: 10
- Cook Time: 20
- Category: Main Course
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 8
- Sodium: 400
- Fat: 12
- Carbohydrates: 45
- Fiber: 5
- Protein: 15