Garbage Pasta Salad
- SERVES
- 8
- COOK TIME
- 15 Min
Quick! - Check the pantry and the fridge and grab whatever you've got on hand, 'cause you're going to need it to make a throw-together Garbage Pasta Salad that's potluck-worthy! This is one easy pasta salad that won't ever make it to the garbage.
What You'll Need
- 1 (12-ounce) package twist rainbow pasta
- 1/2 head fresh cauliflower, cut into small florets
- 1/2 head fresh broccoli, cut into small florets
- 1/2 red onion, cut into 1/2-inch chunks
- 1 cup 1/2-inch chunks Cheddar cheese
- 1 cup pepperoni slices, cut in half
- 1 (16-ounce) can black olives, drained
- 3/4 cup Italian dressing
What to Do
- In a large pot of boiling salted water, cook pasta according to package directions; drain and let cool.
- In a large bowl, combine remaining ingredients; add pasta and toss until evenly coated. Refrigerate until ready to serve.
Mr. Food Test Kitchen Tips:
- This pasta salad is great made in advance, but you may need to add a little extra Italian dressing to moisten it just before serving.
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