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
✓ Preheat oven to 400°F
✓ Add pasta to a large baking dish and toss with Italian dressing
✓ Add vegetables and cheese, and stir to combine
✓ Bake for 20-25 minutes until edges are golden and cheese is bubbly
✓ Garnish with fresh herbs before serving
Notes
Store leftovers in the fridge for up to 3 days. Add extra dressing or water if the salad seems too dry.
- Prep Time: 10
- Cook Time: 25
- Category: Main Course
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 8
- Sodium: 400
- Fat: 12
- Carbohydrates: 45
- Fiber: 5
- Protein: 15