Description

Amazing Olive Pasta Salad

This delicious Olive Pasta Salad is perfect for summer picnics or casual gatherings. It features a medley of Castelvetranos and Kalamata olives, sun-dried tomatoes, mozzarella, and parmesan, all tossed in a tangy vinaigrette. The great thing about pasta salads is their versatility—feel free to add your favorite veggies or switch up the type of pasta! Plus, it gets better as it sits, making it ideal for prepping ahead.

16 oz rotini, uncooked
1 cup pitted Castelvetranos olives, sliced
1 cup pitted Kalamata olives, sliced
½ cup sun-dried tomatoes, chopped
8 oz mozzarella cheese, cubed
⅓ cup parmesan cheese, grated
Dressing:
¼ cup olive oil
2 tbsp sun-dried tomato oil
2 tbsp red wine vinegar
2 cloves garlic, minced
1 tsp dijon mustard
1 tsp honey
½ tsp red pepper flakes
Salt, pepper to taste

Directions:
1. Cook rotini in salted boiling water, then drain and rinse.
2. Combine pasta, olives, sun-dried tomatoes, mozzarella, and parmesan in a large bowl.
3. Whisk all dressing ingredients together and pour over the salad.
4. Stir until well combined and refrigerate before serving.

Prep Time: 20 mins
Kcal: 320 per serving