Spicy Pasta Perfection!

Although there are a lot of ingredients, this recipe is so easy and really delicious! Great to take to a picnic or party.

Recipe Details

Prep Time:
15 mins
Cook Time:
10 mins
Total Time:
25 mins
Servings:
8
Yield:
8 servings

Ingredients

  • 1(16 ounce) packagetri-color pasta

  • cupolive oil

  • 3tablespoonswhite wine vinegar

  • ¼cupfresh basil leaves

  • 2tablespoonsgrated Parmesan cheese

  • 1 ¼teaspoonssalt

  • ¼teaspoonground black pepper

  • 1red bell pepper, julienned

  • 1yellow bell pepper, julienned

  • 1orange bell pepper, julienned

  • 1mediumfresh tomato, chopped

  • 1(2.25 ounce) canblack olives, drained

  • 8ouncesmozzarella cheese, cubed

Cooking Directions

  1. Bring a large pot of lightly salted water to a boil. Place pasta in the pot, cook for 8 to 10 minutes, until al dente, and drain.

  2. In a blender or food processor, blend the olive oil, white wine vinegar, basil, Parmesan cheese, salt, and pepper until smooth.

  3. In a large bowl, toss together the cooked pasta, dressing mixture, red bell pepper, yellow bell pepper, orange bell pepper, tomato, and olives. Top with mozzarella cheese to serve.

Nutrition Facts

Full Nutrition Label
Servings Per Recipe8
Calories483
% Daily Value *
Total Fat
25g
32%
Saturated Fat
6g
30%
Cholesterol
19mg
6%
Sodium
631mg
27%
Total Carbohydrate
48g
17%
Dietary Fiber
4g
13%
Total Sugars
3g
Protein
16g
Vitamin C
76mg
380%
Calcium
262mg
20%
Iron
3mg
14%
Potassium
224mg
5%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.

** Nutrient information is not available for all ingredients. Amount is based on available nutrient data.

(-) Information is not currently available for this nutrient. If you are following a medically restrictive diet, please consult your doctor or registered dietitian before preparing this recipe for personal consumption.

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