Cooking Instructions

Follow these steps for perfect results

Ingredients

0/6 checked
6
servings
2.5 lbs

tri-color spiral pasta

uncooked

32 ounces

Green Giant California-Style frozen vegetables

frozen

8 ounces

black olives

sliced

16 ounces

Italian dressing

bottled

1 tbsp

fresh cracked pepper

freshly cracked

0.25 cup

Kraft® Grated Parmesan Cheese

grated

Step 1
~2 min

Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil.

Step 2
~2 min

Add pasta and frozen vegetables to the boiling water.

Step 3
~2 min

Cook according to pasta package directions until pasta is al dente and vegetables are tender.

Step 4
~2 min

Drain the pasta and vegetables.

Step 5
~2 min

Rinse with cold water until chilled.

Step 6
~2 min

Transfer the chilled pasta and vegetables to a large bowl.

Step 7
~2 min

Add black olive slices.

Step 8
~2 min

Sprinkle with grated Parmesan cheese to taste.

Step 9
~2 min

Add fresh cracked pepper to taste.

Step 10
~2 min

Pour Italian dressing over the pasta salad just before serving.

Step 11
~2 min

Toss gently to combine.

Pro Tips & Suggestions

Expert advice for the best results

Prepare the pasta salad a day in advance to allow the flavors to meld.

Add other vegetables such as cherry tomatoes, cucumber, or bell peppers.

Adjust the amount of Italian dressing to your liking.

Cooking Experience

Everything you need to know before you start

Time & Preparation

Cleanup Time

10 minutes

Batch Cooking
Friendly
Make Ahead

Yes, pasta salad can be made 1 day ahead of time.

Freezable
Kid Friendly

Cooking Environment

Messiness Level
Low
Smell Intensity
Mild
Noise Level
Low
Elder Friendly
Suitable for seniors

Plating & Presentation

Serving Suggestions

Serve chilled as a side dish or light meal.

Perfect for picnics, potlucks, and barbecues.

Perfect Pairings

Food Pairings

Grilled chicken
Hamburgers
Sandwiches

Drink Pairings

Cultural Heritage

Discover the story behind this recipe

Origin & Tradition

Region of Origin

United States

Cultural Significance

Popular potluck dish.

Style

Occasions & Celebrations

Festive Uses

Summer BBQs
Picnics

Occasion Tags

Summer
Picnic
BBQ
Potluck

Popularity Score

75/100

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