Roasted Red Pepper Bruschetta Pasta Salad
Roasted Red Pepper Bruschetta Pasta Salad is a vibrant and refreshing dish that brings together the rich flavors of roasted red peppers, creamy mozzarella, and aromatic basil for a delightful culinary experience. Perfect for warm weather gatherings or as a quick meal prep option, this pasta salad is not only easy to make but also visually stunning. In just 15 minutes, you can create a colorful dish that is sure to impress your family and friends. Serve it as a main course or a side at your next barbecue or picnic, and enjoy the burst of flavors in every bite.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Total Time: 25 minutes
- Yield: Serves 6
- Category: Salad
- Method: Mixing
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 pound rotini or spiral pasta
- 1 bell pepper, chopped
- 1/2 cup roasted red pepper bruschetta
- 8 ounces mozzarella, chopped
- 3 tablespoons grated Parmesan cheese
- 2–3 tablespoons freshly chopped basil
- 1/2 cup Italian dressing
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- Pinch of black pepper
Instructions
- Cook the pasta in a large pot of salted water until al dente; drain and cool.
- In a mixing bowl, combine cooled pasta with chopped bell pepper.
- Stir in roasted red pepper bruschetta, mozzarella, Parmesan cheese, and basil.
- Add Italian dressing; toss until evenly coated.
- Season with salt and pepper; chill before serving.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (250g)
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 450mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 42g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 12g
- Cholesterol: 30mg